Home and Away

Roo is thrown in the deep end at the Surf Club and struggles to fill John Palmer’s big shoes. Mali throws his hat into the ring to help out but is soon given his marching orders by Alf, who has to ask his daughter outright: is she really up to this job?

When Bree talks to Justin and Theo the next day, she offers her professional opinion – Leah had a psychotic episode, likely caused by a combination of her trauma from Vita Nova and her subsequent sleep deprivation.

Mackenzie remains determined to leave the hospital; a decision that has horrified Levi. He couldn’t be clearer – it is unsafe for her to go home this soon into her recovery.

Eden is also trying to smooth things over with Cash – she shouldn’t have taken her issues with her brother out on her boyfriend.

(Picture: Channel 5)

Ros na Rún

Diana is taken aback when she spots Frankie’s lackey, Derek hanging around in Ros na Rún. Bobbi Lee and Berni also question Derek’s motives and start to wonder could he be behind Niall’s letters.

Micheál feels in the dark and grows suspicious of Laoise when he finds out that she is turning customers away from the B&B.

Sonny grows suspicious of Manus after overhearing him on the phone with Che, and continues to keep a close eye on Manus. However, Manus is pleasantly surprised when Sonny changes his tune and accepts his relationship.

(Picture: TG4)

River City

As Kim lies unconscious, a frantic Angus calls an ambulance. Bob arrives at the flat and is horrified to see his ex-wife stretchered away – all Angus can tell his pal is that Kim suddenly collapsed. At the hospital, Bob and Kim eagerly await test results and are stunned to discover she’s had a bleed in her artery, resulting in a heart attack. While Bob tries to stay positive, Kim is cautiously concerned.

A shifty Conor conceals the truth from Nicole but it’s clear he’s not on the straight and narrow afterall. To protect himself, Conor threatens Dean into being part of his dodgy deals, putting Madonna’s safety on the line if he doesn’t do what he’s told. Terrified, Dean reluctantly does what he’s told but is shocked to discover it wasn’t a one-off arrangement.

Mikey is thrilled to discover Mulvaney’s plans to ask Bernie to marry him and sets up the perfect proposal for his parents. However, when Jonathon and Bernie arrive unexpectedly, Mikey’s boyfriend jumps to the wrong conclusion and gives a resounding “yes” to his accidental proposal.

(Picture: BBC)

Pobol y Cwm

As we revisit the past, we learn the truth about the body in Jinx’s garden. It seems that the walls are caving in for the perpetrators.

Dani learns that Kelly was the secret spiker and threatens to tell the victims. Sion is shocked to hear about Iolo’s big decision.

Delyth makes a shocking confession to Maya about her past. An unexpected visitor returns to the village.

Rownd a Rownd

Mair’s interest in Cai is increasing, and the presence of his ex-girlfriend doesn’t deter her from trying to catch his attention.

As Ioan’s problems increase, a football tournament over the weekend is the perfect thing to take his mind off things. Lowri is looking forward to welcoming Philip home, despite Cai looking very much at home in the shop.

Whilst Kay looks forward to her trip to America, she has some unexpected news for Ken. After hearing about their mum’s plan to buy a house and sell her shares in Yr Iard, Iestyn tries to persuade Anest that it is great news for both of them.

Fair City

Old feelings stir in Orla when Damien leans on her over his troubles with Mairead.

Erica is shocked when she catches Pete out in his painkiller use.

Hayley and James have a day of reckoning as their past misdeeds come under scrutiny.

Carol, intent on getting justice, takes matters into her own hands.

Gwen’s plans go awry as she desperately tries to prove herself to Sash.

(Picture: Bernard Walsh)

Fair City airs on Sunday at 8.30pm, on Tuesday at 8pm, and on Thursday at 8.30pm on RTE1.

Home and Away airs weekdays on Channel 5 at 1.45pm.

Ros na Rún airs on Tuesday & Thursday on TG4 at 8.30pm.

Rownd a Rownd airs on Tuesday & Thursday on S4C at 8.25pm.

Pobol y Cwm airs on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday on S4C at 8pm.

River City airs on Monday and Wednesday at 10pm on BBC Scotland.

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