Next week on Emmerdale, Tom has his day in court - but with Belle gone AWOL, will he get away with it yet again?
Elsewhere, Amelia decides to leave the village, John and Aaron grow closer and Will worries that Dawn will inadvertently scupper his plan.
Read on for pictures and spoilers from next week's new episodes!
Monday, December 16 (Episode 10164)
Writer: Tony Higgins
Director: Chantelle Kayll
In the prison there's a code red in Tom's cell and soon word reaches Belle that he has tried to take his own life, days before he is due in court. The family rally around as Belle starts to spiral, worrying about having Tom's death on her hands.
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Will tells Kim that he wants their vow renewal to be an intimate affair, but it becomes clear that he doesn't intend to invite family. Nevertheless Kim is thrilled when Dawn agrees to attend - and, riding the wave of emotion, she invites Dawn to move back into Home Farm.
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This episode airs Monday, December 16 at 7.30pm on ITV1 and from 7am on ITVX
Tuesday, December 17 (Episode 10165)
Writer: Jo Summerscales
Director: Chantelle Kayll
Kerry realises that Pollard is struggling with the housework, but when Brenda calls around she gets the wrong idea when she hears them both upstairs.
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Tom's alarmed when Charity manages to get herself into his hospital room. She demands that he faked his suicide in an attempt to derail Belle's testimony, but Tom figures out that Charity has only visited because Belle is spiralling. Has Charity made things worse?
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Also: Aaron's unenthusiastic when John surprises him with a camping trip, while Jai asks Billy and Dawn to move out of Holdgate within the week.
This episode airs Tuesday, December 17 at 7.30pm on ITV1 and from 7am on ITVX
Wednesday, December 18 (Episode 10166)
Writer: Sue Mooney
Director: Chantelle Kayll
Aaron and John deepen their connection on the camping trip, prompting them both to admit that they love each other.
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On the day of the court hearing, Belle slips out of the Dingles' and leaves a note behind. The family do their best to locate her as the prosecution barrister informs them that they may struggle to secure a conviction without Belle's testimony.
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Also: Will panics at the prospect of Dawn moving back in to Home Farm and does his best to dissuade her.
This episode airs Wednesday, December 18 at 7.30pm on ITV1 and from 7am on ITVX
Thursday, December 19 (Episodes 10167 and 10168)
Writer: Martin Fustes
Director: Ian Bevitt
The jury gathers for the trial and, having heard from Ollie that Belle has failed to show up, a confident Tom prepares to give the performance of his life...
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This hour-long episode airs Thursday, December 19 at 7.30pm on ITV1 and from 7am on ITVX
Friday, December 20 (Episode 10169)
Writer: Isobel Cameron
Director: Ian Bevitt
Marlon despairs by April's new-found rebellious streak.
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Bob decides to organise a carol concert in Heath's memory.
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Also: Amy hosts a goodbye party for Amelia as she leaves the village with Esther.
This episode airs Friday, December 20 at 7.30pm on ITV1 and from 7am on ITVX
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