EastEnders is to be stripped across four consecutive weeknights for the first time in its 37-year history, pitching it head-to-head with ITV rival Emmerdale.
In a major scheduling shake-up, the BBC ’s flagship soap will get its own permanent slot at 7.30pm for every episode, from Monday to Thursday.
The changes mean EastEnders will air on Wednesday nights for the first time,
while the current Friday outing will be dropped.
