EastEnders spoilers follow.
EastEnders' Linda Carter will open up to Max Branning as she's tempted to drink once again next week.
Linda (Kellie Bright) has spent the past few months battling her addiction to alcohol and has even moved out of the pub in a bid to aid her recovery.
As Linda, Max and Sharon team up for Frankie’s Drag Bingo at the Prince Albert in next week's episodes, Mick is anxious about his wife being around so much booze while he works behind the bar.
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Keen to keep an eye on her, Mick makes Linda a mocktail but his over-protective actions only end up making her feel more frustrated.
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Sick of Mick looking over her shoulder, Linda has a moment of weakness and takes a sip of an alcoholic drink.
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Thankfully, Max catches Linda before she is able to finish it.
Horrified at what she’s done, Linda opens up to Max about her struggles, but will he be able to support her?
EastEnders airs these scenes on Friday, October 2 at 8.05pm on BBC One.
Alcohol Change UK offers information, advice and support with their questions about drinking and the problems that can sometimes be caused by alcohol. For more information, visit Alcohol Change UK's website. Drinkline also offers free, confidential advice to anyone who is concerned about their own or someone else's drinking on 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm).
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