Ken Barlow (William Roache) faces a series of difficult choices upon his return to Coronation Street, beginning with his decision to send Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) packing. However, after a change of heart, Steve (Simon Gregson) and Tracy (Kate Ford) step in, urging Cassie to back off and stop exploiting Ken.
Things take another turn when Ken ends up in the hospital – but how serious is his condition?
Meanwhile, Sally Metcalfe (Sally Dynevor) finds herself fearing the worst as Mason’s brothers target Tim (Joe Duttine), determined to teach him a violent lesson. How far will they go?
Lastly, there are key developments in the budding romance between Carla Connor (Alison King) and DS Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers).
Monday November 18
Dee-Dee wakes up from a disturbing nightmare and, after meeting with a new client, quickly rushes out, struggling to keep her composure. Kit steps in to support her, trying to calm her down, but Dee-Dee eventually opens up to Sarah with some shocking news.
Shona is stunned when she checks her junk mail and finds an email from Clayton’s prison.
Meanwhile, Mason’s brothers are released without charge, and Betsy advises him to tell them that it was Tim who informed the police. She flirts with Mason, but the moment is interrupted when Matty pulls up in his car.
Ken returns from his holiday and informs the Barlows that, after reviewing his finances, he will have to let Cassie go. The family is relieved as Ken thanks Cassie but explains that her services are no longer needed.
Wednesday November 20
Shona informs David that Clayton has regained consciousness but refuses to see her, prompting David to hide his relief.
Sally and Tim are horrified to find the word “Grass” spray-painted on their front door. Tim reassures her that he reported Mason’s brothers to the police. When they spot Logan getting into Tim’s cab, Mason and Betsy warn Eileen that Tim is in serious danger.
Logan orders Tim to pull over, and Matty climbs into the cab, making it clear they intend to teach Tim a lesson.
Feeling unwell, Ken offers Cassie an extra pound per hour to return to her job. But with Adam and Steve by her side, Tracy tells Cassie to leave and stop taking advantage of Ken, insisting she’ll look after him. However, when Ken suffers a nosebleed and admits he feels awful, they rush him to the hospital.
Meanwhile, Betsy announces she’s visiting Becky’s grave for her birthday, and Lisa feels guilty for forgetting. Carla finds Lisa in the pub, drowning her sorrows.
Friday November 22
Lisa wakes up with a hangover on Carla’s sofa. As Carla confides in Ryan about her feelings for Lisa and admits she feels out of her depth, he encourages her to go for it. When Carla returns home to find Lisa getting dressed, will she seize the moment?
Meanwhile, Logan and Matty corner Betsy, stealing her phone. Lisa is horrified when she realizes she’s missed a message from Betsy saying she’s in trouble.
Steve tells Cassie bluntly that she’s been sacked.
In the bistro office, Nick and Toyah rush to get dressed as Leanne arrives. Are they about to be caught in the act?
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