All EastEnders spoilers for next week as Phil Mitchell death fears hit hard

The Mitchells are once more in chaos as new spoilers for next week’s EastEnders reveal.

In a mental health unit, Phil (Steve McFadden) has been taking steps on his recovery journey and viewers are invited to see a snapshot into the past four weeks.

After making a friend and being hit with setbacks, Phil decides he is ready to discharge himself but will his family agree?

For others in the clan, there is conflict as the mystery around Harry’s girlfriend’s disappearance deepens.

And, in a development that shocks no-one, Nicola (Laura Doddington) is up to no good as she is caught with a drugs supplier…

Monday March 17

Tension builds at No.1 on the four year anniversary of Harry’s girlfriend Shireen’s disappearance.

At the Arches, Harry receives an unexpected visit from Shireen’s brother, Asad, who reveals he no longer believes Harry was involved in Shireen’s disappearance.

Nicola hosts a vigil at Harry’s Barn for Harry to remember Shireen, but she is shocked when Asad arrives. Chaos soon erupts when Asad accuses Teddy of Shireen’s murder, but Harry steps in to protect his dad as Teddy denies Asad’s claims.

Back at No. 1, Harry begs Teddy for the truth. Later, Nicola visits a mysterious Benji and asks where Shireen is.

In the café, Jean offers to help Ruby with the planning of Martin’s funeral, but Ruby dismisses her efforts. Kathy gives Jean some advice on how to handle Ruby, and later Jean and Ruby come to a decision work together on the plans. Jean heads to No. 45 to thank Kathy.

Elsewhere, Nigel continues to struggle with his memory, and after a difficult day, he eventually breaks down to Linda.

Tuesday March 18

At No.1, Nicola is snubbed by Harry who is worse for wear. Teddy makes to meet with Junior to discuss their business plans. Nicola is summoned to Walford East where Ravi reveals a dangerous supply of drugs are doing the rounds.

At No.1, Nicola is caught out by Teddy while on the phone to a drug supplier, and has to come clean about her dealing.  Harry makes a show of himself at The Albert as he picks a fight with Felix whilst under the influence and Nicola and Teddy drag him home.

Nicola and Teddy Mitchell look stunned in EastEnders
Nicola is caught in the act, up to no good again (Picture: BBC)

Later, Nicola attempts to get Teddy to withdraw his support of Junior’s business plans.

At The Albert, Kathy reluctantly helps Jean and Ruby plan Martin’s funeral, but it soon becomes apparent that Jean and Ruby have differing opinions and Kathy is caught in the middle of the clash…

Honey implores Billy to tell Lexi about Phil’s whereabouts, but he is adamant she doesn’t need to know. On Bridge Street, Nigel nearly slips up in front of Lexi which angers Billy.

Billy Mitchell shouts at Nigel Bates in EastEnders
Nigel’s mistakes upset the family (Picture: BBC)

Later at No. 55, Nigel finds Lexi reading one of the letters Phil wrote on the night of his attempt at ending his own life, but, Nigel confuses Lexi for Clare and she flees to Billy, convinced Phil is dead…

Wednesday March 19

Outside No. 18, Lexi asks Honey and Billy if Phil is dead, before breaking down. Billy heads to No. 55 to confront Nigel. At the Boxing Den, Honey and Sharon find Billy and tell him that Callum is going to tell Lexi the truth.

Back at No.55, Linda comforts Nigel following his visit from Billy. Later, Billy apologises to Callum and Lexi in the café, and the trio head to Phil’s mental health unit with Linda and Nigel.

Linda comforts a heartbroken Nigel in EastEnders
Linda is there for Nigel as he breaks down (Picture: BBC)

At the Boxing Den, Teddy tells Sharon he still cares for her. Later, Teddy secretly calls Junior to confirm their business deal as he decides to keep it a secret from Nicola…

Elsewhere, Amy and Avani try to help Lily cope with her grief. 

Thursday March 20

Across four weeks, Phil struggles to settle into the mental health unit and is initially reluctant to open up in his therapy sessions and group activities.

As the days go by, Phil meets another patient called Gaz. The pair soon bond over their shared life experiences.

Phil Mitchell and friend Gaz in the mental health unit in EastEnders
Phil’s new friendship leads to a setback (Picture: BBC)

Phil enjoys his rapport with Gaz but is downtrodden to learn he will be leaving the unit.

Phil continues to face his inner trauma over the four weeks, until support worker Yasmin helps Phil see he is ready to leave the unit.

Phil listens to voicemails from Sharon and Nigel before he discharges himself.

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