# The Bates Family Reunion

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Podcast: [Albert Square: After Dark - An EastEnders Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/albert-square-after-dark-an-eastenders-podcast-6287451)
Published: 2026-03-07T06:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/albertsquareafterdark/2605983
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Duration seconds: 3869

## Resource

This week, Claire Bates finally returns to Walford but what she discovers about Nigel is difficult for all. As Julie and Phil prepare to move Nigel to the care home, just what does the future hold for him and his loved ones? Meanwhile, Max takes matters into his own hands as he extracts revenge on Tim for what he has done to Johnny - but just why is Linda the bad guy in the situation? Elsewhere, Mark the plumber has finally found his leak and Howie puts on a show for Kim.

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