EastEnders : Season 29

A phone call from Liam's school angers Bianca, and when things take a turn for the worse, she wonders how the family will ever recover. Sharon warns Joey to raise his game when he seems to be spending more time flirting rather than the work she is paying him to do. A fed-up Patrick tries to prove himself, but Kim is horrified at how events unfold.

Alarm bells ring for Bianca, who has to act quickly when she discovers the stock she is selling with Kat is stolen. Could things get any worse for her? In order to spend time with Sharon, Jack joins her behind the bar for Valentine's night. Alfie, meanwhile, gets it in the ear from Roxy, whose jealousy starts to eat away at her. Jay arrives with a romantic surprise for Abi, and one thing leads to another for the couple when Abi reveals she wants them to take their relationship to the next level.

Bianca's week continues to deteriorate when she starts to lose control over Liam. Desperate not to end up back inside, she pulls out all the stops to put an end to the trouble.

Kat is intrigued when Alfie asks to see her, and Bianca suspects Alfie still loves Kat.

When Roxy makes disparaging comments towards Kat, the two women finally come to blows.

The atmosphere in the Brannings is extremely strained. When alone, Max tries his best to explain the situation to Tanya - but will she be able to resist? Masood is stunned by the surprise return of Ayesha, and it does not take her long to make it clear why she has returned. Patrick struggles, knowing he is a burden, so he encourages Denise and Kim to go out. However, he soon finds himself in a precarious position when he tries to do things for himself.

When Sharon receives an offer she cannot refuse from Phil, Jack takes matters into his own hands. Alice finds herself in deep water when she is caught with counterfeit money; where did she get it from? On a mission to please Alice and the rest of Max's family, Kirsty suggests throwing a party in remembrance of Derek's birthday that evening.

Patrick is angry and upset when Denise arranges a carer to look after him. Ayesha is thrown when Tamwar, unable to accept her relationship with Masood, tells her to leave Walford. Jack awaits his fate as Phil continues to meddle in his and Sharon's relationship.

A confused Sharon makes a life-changing decision after arguing with both Phil and Jack. Denise cannot conceal her pleasure when Ian invites her to his birthday drinks in the Vic.

It's the day of Lola's hearing regarding Lexi, and someone is trying to ruin things.

A desperate Lola, livid with Phil, takes matters into her own hands.

Just as things seem to be back on track with Jack and Sharon, Phil calls, leaving Jack furious as Sharon goes running to him yet again. Phil is desperate to find Lola but, as he looks to Sharon for help, he hears a few home truths. Thinking Cora still has a key to her house and must be the one behind the recent thefts, Dot makes it her priority to confront her.

The hunt continues for Lola and Lexi, and Phil is in a race against time to track them down. Cora comes up with a plan to clear her name, but when she and Dot put her plan into action they are shocked by what they see. Ian and Denise have been forced to spend the night together.

Liam helps out a gang when they are in trouble, but is he getting in with the wrong crowd? Kim becomes increasingly worried for her sister when she doesn't return home, but will Denise admit the truth when she finally shows up? After ignoring the letter from the council, will Dot finally decide to confront her demons? Carol is extremely concerned about Alice after Michael explains what he found behind the sofa.

Kat is keen to settle her divorce from Alfie without a solicitor, but will she change her mind when she has yet another run-in with Roxy? Tamwar has a confidence boost while working on the market, but this soon disappears when he finds himself in danger. Kirsty is intent on her and Max getting a place of their own, and insists they both make some sacrifices.

Bianca makes a shocking discovery which brings her whole world crashing down.

Bianca is stuck in a predicament when she receives a visit from the police. Will she put herself in danger to protect her son? Tanya is livid when she catches Abi sneaking home in the middle of the night, and finds out what she has been up to. Kim finds a belt belonging to Denise's mystery lover and sets out to find out who it is.

Bianca has a difficult decision to make after her worst fears are confirmed, and Max flies off the handle when he finds out about Abi's secret.