‘Coronation Street’ tonight: A tense time ahead for Abi and Gary

Laura Denby
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FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before 0700hrs Tuesday 22nd March 2022 Coronation Street - Ep 1059899 Monday 28th March 2022 Having seen the news on her phone, Kelly Neelan’s [MILLE GIBSON] horrified to learn the police are at County’s new training ground searching for a body. Gary Windass [MIKEY NORTH] and Maria Connor [SAMIA LONGCHAMBON] mask their panic. As they find a body at the construction site, Kelly clings to the hope that her Dad’s still alive Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Danielle Baguley This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms
Gary's guilt is proving too much for him after Laura's sacrifice in Coronation Street (ITV)

There’s another eventful night ahead for Weatherfield residents on Coronation Street tonight.

The episode of the soap, which airs on ITV from 8pm tonight, will see Abi Webster (Sally Carman) and Gary Windass (Mikey North) both struggling to cope with their own harrowing situations.

Gary was left shocked last week when dying Laura Neelan (Kel Allen, who put in a powerhouse performance) told police that she had killed ex-husband Rick (Greg Wood) despite the fact that Gary had just confessed to her himself.

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Her motivation? Having Rick declared dead so that their daughter Kelly (Millie Gibson) would inherit his money. Knowing that Gary and his wife Maria (Samia Longchambon) truly care for Kelly and plan to look after her, Laura decided to take the blame - even when it led to Kelly disowning her.

FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before 0700hrs Tuesday 22nd March 2022 Coronation Street - Ep 1060001 Wednesday 30th March 2022 As Toyah Battersby [GEORGIA TAYLOR] arrives at the courtroom to show her support both Imran Habeeb [CHARLIE DE MELO] and Abi Webster [SALLY CARMAN] are awash with guilt. Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Danielle Baguley This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms
Imran states Abi's case (ITV)

Laura later informed the police where they could find the body, which led to them charging her. But Gary’s guilt is beginning to weigh him down, all too aware that Laura hasn’t got long left to live - and he could put things right by telling the truth.

Meanwhile, Abi has been gearing up to fight for baby son Alfie, whose future is in the hands of the courts thanks to the circumstances surrounding his birth.

FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before 0700hrs Tuesday 15th March 2022 Coronation Street - Ep 1059697 Friday 25th March 2022 As he contemplates his fate, Laura Neelan [KEL ALLEN] confronts Gary Windass [MIKEY NORTH]. The pressure getting to him, will Gary admit he murdered Rick? Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Danielle Baguley This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms
Laura made a monumental decision after Gary's confession (ITV)

After a fling with Imran Habeeb (Charlie de Melo) last year, Abi went into labour a few weeks ago while in the middle of nowhere. High on drugs after a messy breakup with husband Kevin (Michael Le Vell), she had no idea she was even pregnant; and the shock later led her to abandon the little boy at the hospital.

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Social services soon warned Abi that she may not be able to keep her baby, and when Imran discovered he was a father he promised to help her win custody.

FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before Tuesday 22nd February 2022 Coronation Street - Ep 1057879 Sunday 6th March 2022 As Abi Webster [SALLY CARMAN] doubles over in pain, Dean Turnbull [ANTHONY CRANK] stops the car. She crouches by the side of the road in agony, but to AbiÕs horror, Dean leaps back in and speeds off. Abi calls for an ambulance but her phone dies. Abi surveys the empty road in pain and fear. Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Danielle Baguley This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before Tuesday 1st March 2022 Coronation Street - Ep 1057879 Sunday 6th March 2022 As Abi Webster [SALLY CARMAN] doubles over in pain, Dean Turnbull [ANTHONY CRANK] stops the car. She crouches by the side of the road in agony, but to AbiÕs horror, Dean leaps back in and speeds off. Abi calls for an ambulance but her phone dies. Abi surveys the empty road in pain and fear. Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Danielle Baguley This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms
Abi was stunned when she realised she was in labour (ITV)

As the day of the court hearing arrives, Imran's partner Toyah Battersby (Georgia Taylor) arrives to offer Abi her support, leaving the pair uneasy over their secret. Yes, there's a lot of guilt going around in Weatherfield.

Still, Abi hopes to be given a chance to be Alfie’s mother. When Imran pleads her case, will her efforts to get her life back on track be enough, or will Abi be left devastated once again?

FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before Wednesday 22nd December 2021 Coronation Street - Ep 10526 Monday 3rd January 2022 - 1st Ep Abi Franklin [SALLY CARMEN] meets up with Imran Habeeb [CHARLIE DE MELO] in Victoria Garden and tells him she plans to do a pregnancy test and if itÕs positive, Kevin deserves the truth. Neither of them spots Kevin Webster [MICHAEL LE VELL] approaching, what has he heard? Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO Print media - No Use Before Tuesday 7th December 2021 Online Media - No Use Before 0700hrs Emmerdale - Ep 9246 Thursday 30th December 2021 Ellis Grant [AARON ANTHONY] invites Belle Dingle [EDEN TAYLOR DRAPER] on his excursion with Kyle leaving her hopeful that they are moving in the right directionBelle and Ellis find themselves alone. Just as Belle leans in for a kiss, EllisÕ phone buzzes and he rushes off to help Priya, leaving Belle and Kyle. Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Mark Bruce This photograph is (C) ITV Plc and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms
Abi and Imran had a brief liaison last year (ITV)

Back to Corrie’s jittery killer now, and Gary can barely contain his shame — it only took him three years to show adequate remorse. In fairness, it was self-defence that caused his showdown with dodgy Rick to turn fatal.

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But can he really stand by and let Laura die while labelled as a murderer, and wrongly estranged from her daughter? It seems not, as Gary becomes determined to admit everything to the police. Will Maria be able to talk him out of it, or is it about time he stepped up?

Tune in to Coronation Street at 8pm to find out how the latest dramas play out for Abi and Gary.

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