EastEnders has given fans a sneak peek at what’s in store for the residents of Albert Square in the weeks ahead.

Releasing a new trailer, the BBC soap said: “With explosive confrontations, unexpected surprises, difficult choices and repercussions that will be felt across the Square, it’s clear that secrets can’t stay hidden in Walford, no matter how hard some try.”

The trailer gives fans a first look at returning villain Janine (Charlie Brooks), one of a number of storylines teased.

EastEnders is counting down to Christmas and the long-awaited conclusion of its New Year’s Day flashforward episode, with Max Branning (Jake Wood) at the centre of the drama.

EastEnders airs on RTÉ One and BBC One Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm.

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