Emmerdale reveals dramatic New Year stories in 6 spoiler pictures
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Emmerdale spoilers follow.
Coming up on Emmerdale in the New Year period, expect a sinister start to 2026. While show bosses are keeping most of the details under wraps at this early stage, there'll be a threat to life for more than one character.
As danger looms large, secrets cast a shadow elsewhere in the village. Jai Sharma knows too much, while Charity Dingle's baby deception could be exposed.
Elsewhere, April Windsor and Ray Walters are both making escape plans.
Our 6-picture preview offers a sneak peek at what's in store.
Monday 29 December: Following recent dramatic events in the village, Jai knows too much
Has he uncovered a secret? And if so, will he be prepared to conceal it? We all know that Jai has a spiteful side, so there's every chance that he'll expose the truth to cause trouble for other people.
Monday 29 December: Charity is still facing a tough situation
Her lies and deceit over the baby have plagued her for weeks now. After the latest twists and turns, Charity makes matters worse.
Tuesday 30 December: April wants to take matters into her own hands
After weeks of misery, she intends to create an escape plan. What will it entail – and will it work?
Wednesday 31 December: As 2025 draws to a close, Ray's facing a terrible time
He has a ghastly task to carry out, but what is it? And will Ray be prepared to go through with it when the time comes?
Thursday 1 January: A new year begins in the village
Ray hopes that his dream can come true, but will everything work out as he hopes? Will he ever be free of the criminal lifestyle so he can settle down with Laurel?
Friday 2 January: A secret explodes in the village
Mack is involved – does this mean that he'll finally find out what Charity has been keeping from him?
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Emmerdale airs on weeknights at 7.30pm on ITV1, and streams on ITVX.
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