For more on these plots, here’s our round-up of the biggest moments set to unfold on Albert Square.

Plus, for even more soap news, check out our collection of 46 spoiler pictures from next week’s episodes.

1. Mark Jnr reveals a secret

With Mark Jnr back in Walford for the first time since 2016, Vicki, Phil and Sam want an explanation from him. Mark pretends to Vicki that he’s back to support her during Joel’s trial but later brings Phil in on the real story.

What is Mark hiding – and why does he confide in Phil?

2. Oscar drops a bombshell

While Jasmine remains desperate to flee town, Max finds out that the teenager has been lying about giving a statement to the police. As a result, Max uses his knowledge to his advantage and forces Jasmine to stay away from Oscar.

The next day, Oscar goes looking for Jasmine at The Vic, where he tells Kat that they were planning to run away.

How will Kat respond to the news?

3. Phil’s plan is exposed

Having heard Mark out, Phil refuses to help on the basis that he and Nigel are leaving for Portugal that night. But when Julie returns home, Mark reveals all about Phil’s plan with Nigel, hoping that it will keep his uncle in Walford.

Will Mark succeed at keeping Phil close?

4. Zack steps up

With Joel’s trial around the corner, Vicki opens up to Zack about how much she’s dreading it. Sympathetic, Zack invites Vicki over to his place while he tests out new recipes for The Vic.

During their hangout, Vicki feels appreciative of the distraction as well as Zack’s kindness towards her.

5. Patrick takes aim at Kat

Now aware of Jasmine’s plan to leave Walford, Patrick puts blame on Kat for driving his granddaughter away by forcing her to help free Zoe.

Later, Max shares that he confronted Jasmine about her lie, which leaves Oscar furious.

What will be Oscar’s next move?

6. Vicki takes the stand at Joel’s trial

Feeling all over the place, Vicki arrives for Joel’s trial with support from Ross and Mark, before Zack races to join them.

In the court room, Joel tries to keep up appearances as Tommy gives evidence against his former friend. Vicki then begins her testimony, but Joel’s defence team use tactics that trigger her to rush out of court.

Will Vicki be able to continue her account?

7. George breaks big news

George decides that he should tell Elaine about Nicola’s pregnancy, so he asks to meet up with his ex-wife for a drink.

Subsequently, Bea suggests to Elaine that George might want to get back together, which ignites her secret hopes for a reunion.

However, at The Vic, George is forced to clarify the real reason he is there. Embarrassed, Elaine ends up lashing out at Ian, who comes back fighting.

How will Elaine deal with a broken heart and a bitter feud?

8. Joel makes a desperate move

Once Joel’s trial resumes, Vicki and Avani feel understandably emotional. Ross turns down a request from Joel to visit him, which prompts the teenager to ask for another Walford resident instead. The visit goes ahead, but it doesn’t pan out as Joel would have liked.

Later, the court session takes an interesting turn.

Will Vicki and Avani receive the justice they deserve?

9. Elaine vows revenge

Elaine is shocked to find herself on the front page of the Walford Gazette. Knowing that it was Ian’s doing, Elaine chooses to retaliate, but things soon spiral out of control.

The next day, Kathy finds herself at a loss as Ian continues to bang on about Elaine.

As Ian continues to plot against his rival, what will he do next?

10. Bea saves the day

After trying and failing to land a job, Bea intercepts a thief at the Minute Mart, which inspires her to apply to work alongside Honey.

The following day, Honey turns up for work to find two teenage girls trashing the shop. Bea passes by at the same time and helps Honey clear them off and tidy up. As a result, Vinny is impressed by Bea’s work ethic.

Will she secure a job at the Minute Mart?

11. Nugget takes a step forward

As Nugget continues to struggle in the wake of his attack, Ravi tries to build his confidence by giving him and Denzel cash for a day out. The day after, Priya and Ravi are relieved to hear that Nugget is prepared to return to Sixth Form.

Will Nugget keep up this rate of recovery?

12 Ian spies an opportunity

When Elaine offers an apology for her recent behaviour, the Beale family are not willing to forgive her. Another row between Elaine and Ian erupts at the café, before Ian visits Peacock Palace. There, Ian announces that he is going to run for Councillor Barker’s vacant seat on the council board. But not only that, Ian claims that once he is elected, it will be his mission to shut down Elaine’s B&B.

Subsequently, Elaine resolves to go up against Ian for Councillor Barker’s position.

Who will come out on top?

13. Ravi lets Avani down

With Avani set to attend Joel’s trial, Ravi promises his daughter that he will support her in court. However, Ravi ends up being sidetracked by an urgent task relating to his role as a police informant.

After the court case, Priya lets her anger out at Ravi, which leaves him feeling full of self-hatred.

How will Ravi cope with his festering guilt?