Pick of the Plots: Tuesday, April 22nd

Today’s storylines from the UK and Australian soaps…

Nigel attempts to explain his reasoning to Phil, but Phil refuses to listen and leaves. Jean arrives to speak to Nigel, and the pair have a heart-to-heart about his dementia, but Nigel keeps quiet about Phil’s discovery.

Meanwhile, Phil confides in Linda, who urges him to be there for Nigel during this tough time. Buoyed by their conversation, Phil heads home to patch things up with Nigel, but he gets worried when he discovers a goodbye letter.

Outside, Nigel prepares to leave Walford.

Meanwhile, Nicola panics as Teddy informs her that construction will begin at the site this week. Nicola summons Benji to Harry’s Barn. Later, with her options running out, Nicola tells Ravi she has a job for him.

Elsewhere, Kojo expresses his wishes to live alone, but George isn’t convinced despite persuasion from Gina. Determined to prove himself, Kojo lands himself a trial shift at The Arches with Harry.

EastEnders, BBC One, tonight at 7.30pm or watch on BBC iPlayer now

Billy is left with suspicions when Mackenzie suggests that Dawn might be having an affair with Ross.

Billy is gutted when Joe stokes his theory, so he confronts Ross on his suspicions. A tussle between the men starts. After Dawn enters, Billy is mortified to have accidentally aired his theory about her infidelity in front of Clemmie.

Meanwhile, Victoria meets John’s ex-soldier mate Connor. As they reminisce about John, Victoria is left astounded to learn that Aidan is still alive. John is busted when Victoria reveals that she knows about Aidan. After this revelation, agitated John is left in flight mode as Victoria berates him for lying.

Elsewhere, Kim is startled to find Cain waiting for her, determined to put a stop to the feud between Caleb and Joe. As Cain and Kim discuss their options, Joe enters. Kim is quick to give him some home truths in order to keep both him and Caleb out of prison.

A tentative Caleb and Ruby arrive at Home Farm to find Joe and Cain waiting for them. Kim braces herself to put an end to this war. When the table devolves into bickering, Kim suggests they call a truce by compensating Caleb. Caleb and Ruby are left contemplating the offer after Kim slides a cheque to them.

Emmerdale, ITV1, tonight at 7pm or watch on ITVX now