Tonight's EastEnders has been taken OFF AIR and rescheduled

Because of the football!

Author: Alex RossPublished 16th Jan 2024

Following the permanent schedule changes for BBC soap EastEnders last year, the popular series has been airing every night Monday-Thursday, but that's all change this week, with the episode on Tuesday 16th January being taken off air.

When is EastEnders on this week?

The episode due to air on Tuesday 16th January has been postponed as BBC One have the rights to show The FA Cup third round replay match between Bristol City and West Ham United.

Coverage of the football match, which is taking place at Bristol City's Ashton Gate Stadium, will start at 7.30pm, running until 10pm, meaning there's no room in the schedule for EastEnders.

Don't panic though! As this week will see EastEnders airing on Friday night (19th January) to make up for the postponement.

As well as EastEnders, Waterloo Road and Silent Witness will also be rescheduled.

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In other EastEnders news, it's been confirmed that popular actress Patsy Palmer will be returning to Albert Square to reprise her role as the iconic Bianca Jackson, for a short stint.

Speaking about her return, the 51-year-old said: "I'm so excited to be reprising the role of Bianca. EastEnders holds such a special place in my heart, so it's always a pleasure to be back."

Chris Clenshaw, EastEnders executive producer, added: "We know our audiences will be thrilled at her return as she is thrust into the heart of the drama alongside step-daughter Whitney."

Patsy has already started filming, with her scenes expected to air in the Spring.

EastEnders usually airs Monday-Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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