This week, Claire Bates finally returns to Walford but what she discovers about Nigel is difficult for all. As Julie and Phil prepare to move Nigel to the care home, just what does the future hold for him and his loved ones?

Meanwhile, Max takes matters into his own hands as he extracts revenge on Tim for what he has done to Johnny - but just why is Linda the bad guy in the situation?

Elsewhere, Mark the plumber has finally found his leak and Howie puts on a show for Kim.

This week, Tim causes Callum and Johnny's relationship to take a very dark turn - so will Jollum ever be able to recover from this? And were they ever meant to have a long future?

Meanwhile, Ravi causes a pharmacist to have a terrible day at work as the pressure on him really begins to take its toll - so how long can he keep all his plates spinning?

Elsewhere, Penny has some good news for Vinnie, making us all worried about New Years Day and Denzel presents Patrick with an uncomfortable way of being closer to Anthony.

This week, Jasmine's secret is out and vendettas are building - but is a secret phone call about to change everything? Has Zoe finally found her son?!

Meanwhile, Johnny and Callum come to blows but is Tim about to cause even more problems?

Elsewhere, George and Nicola make a decision and Max makes yet another cock up with Linda...she could never be the bride...could she?

This week, Alfie gets a shock when the cousin he thought long since dead returns to offer help on the Zoe/Anthony/Chrissie situation - but will Chrissie have any light to shade on what exactly happened that Christmas night?

Meanwhile, Bea finds herself out of a job and a home, but is Honey about to regret ever laying eyes on her?

Elsewhere, there's more medical drama for Nugget which leaves Ravi wracked with guilt, but is Mark on to him? And how much longer can Ravi keep his dark secrets from his family?

This week, we all took a deep breath as Nigel took the plunge - all was well in the end, but Julie and Phil finally are on the same page about him needing care elsewhere. But how will letting go of his best friend leave Phil and could Julie be some comfort?

Meanwhile, Nugget plays detective when Barney overhears something he shouldn't - but just what else is going on with Davinder?

Elsewhere, Bea plays with fire when she and Honey send an email to Suki and Patrick pays Zoe a visit, but he's not the only one who wants to see her...

This week, the trial of Joel Marshall arrives and it's a couple of drama filled days in court - but can the troubled youth ever really change?

Meanwhile, Bea has her eyes set on the minute mart and she's prepared to do what it takes to get a job there - but does she have her eyes on Honey too?

Elsewhere, Vicki and Zack let passion get the better of them and Elaine and Ian's feud escalates, with Kathy in the crossfire.

This week, Jasmine turns the screws on the Brannings and it seems that Oscar may be about to fall for it all - but with the stray Slater girl turning more irredemable by the day, can Cindy and Max work together to bring her down?

Meanwhile, Nugget finds his new normal difficult to adjust to and Ravi is struggling with the guilt of what he did to his son - is the secret soon to be out?

Elsewhere, Ian and Elaine continue butting heads and Sam faces the future as she goes into surgery.

The votes are in! Who did you vote as your favourites for 2025? Thanks once again for voting and for your support throughout the year!

Here's to 2026....

This week, Ravi goes a little bit demented and his revenge on the Mitchells looks to be brutal - but is his future relationship with Nugget set to be more of a punishment than anything Nicola could hand out?

Elsewhere, the mystery of Who Killed Anthony is solved - did anybody NOT get it right? And what now for the Truman's newest family member?

Meanwhile, Bea has her eyes set on Max - could she be lying next to him on New Years Day?

This week, Nicola and Harry's revenge on Ravi lead to a terrifying trip for Ravi as he is faced with a figure long since dead - but has he managed to destroy another life in the process?

Meanwhile, the mystery of Anthony's killer rumbles on and D.I Jean Slater is apparently on the case....

Elsewhere, there's mistaken identity at Linda's school reunion and Phil plans a holiday for completely the wrong reasons.

The vote is now OPEN for the Albert Square: After Dark awards for 2025! Results will be announced in the awards ceremony coming next week!

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