Billy Mitchell ( Perry Fenwick ) has an important mission in EastEnders next week – and succeeding isn’t going to be easy.

Nigel Bates ’ ( Paul Bradley ) return to Walford last year started a heart-breaking story that’s seen him faced with rapidly worsening young-onset dementia.

Reuniting with old friend Phil Mitchell ( Steve McFadden ), the two bonded as they each faced their own mental health struggles. When a period of ill-mental health and strong suicide ideation led Phil to seek help in a psychiatric facility, he became Nigel’s full-time carer when he returned home.

Julie ( Karen Henthorn ), Nigel’s wife later joined him in Walford and after a difficult period of clashing with Phil over Nigel’s care, they eventually settled into a rhythm.

Nigel has been busy in recen

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