In this week’s biggest soap spoiler news, Emmerdale confirmed future plans for Joe Tate following his shocking kidney plot.

Elsewhere, a surprising exit was revealed for a new Coronation Street character, and we learned more about EastEnders‘ upcoming funeral scenes for Martin Fowler.

Did you miss any gossip this week? Don’t worry, as we’re on hand with our regular Sunday round-up of the biggest news from the past 7 days.

Emmerdale has confirmed plans for Joe Tate to face the consequences of his illegal kidney-stealing plan.

The ITV soap sparked some controversy this week by airing a story which saw Joe successfully conspire to steal a kidney from his uncle Caleb.

Real-life charity Kidney Research UK criticised the portrayal of organ theft as “implausible” and “dangerous”, and expressed fears that it could undermine public confidence in the transplant system.

In response, an Emmerdale spokesperson told us: “Joe Tate’s desperate actions are not being held up as an example and as with any soap villain he will ultimately get his comeuppance.”

Fans see the first signs of trouble next week, as Cain vows to find out the truth about Caleb’s recent stabbing.

Read the full story: Emmerdale and Coronation Street spark charity backlash over kidney stories

Coronation Street‘s new villain Mick Michaelis is leaving the show this summer.

The troublesome character only made his first appearance a few weeks ago, but it’s now been revealed that he was only ever intended to be a short-term bad boy for the show.

Joe Layton, who plays Mick, signed up for fixed contract late last year.

He’ll film his final scenes next month and bow out on screen as part of a dramatic story in July.

Read the full story: Coronation Street‘s new villain set for dramatic summer exit

EastEnders airs Martin Fowler’s funeral early next month.

Advanced spoilers released by the soap have revealed that the emotional service will take place on Monday, April 7.

Vicki Fowler (now played by Alice Haig) and Bex Fowler are both back on screen next week in the build-up to the funeral.

We’ll also see Stacey Slater return for the sombre occasion.

Read the full story: EastEnders confirms Martin Fowler’s funeral date in advanced spoilers

Home and Away‘s Mackenzie Booth surprises her partner Levi Fowler in upcoming scenes by telling him that she wants them to have a baby.

Mackenzie shares the news after the couple take a trip to North Queensland, where returning character Ziggy reveals that she’s pregnant again.

Levi is quick to dismiss Mackenzie’s feelings as her getting caught up in the moment after speaking to Ziggy, but is there more to it?

These scenes aired in Australia this week and will screen on Channel 5 for UK viewers in May.

Read the full story: Home and Away spoilers – Mackenzie reveals baby plans to Levi

There was also an emotional day on the Home and Away set this week as Lynne McGranger filmed her final scenes as Irene Roberts.

Lynne has made the decision to bow out from the Aussie soap to pursue other acting opportunities.

The good news is that Irene will remain on screen for many more months, due to the show filming so far in advance and the ongoing transmission gap between the UK and Australia.

Lynne said this week: “I’ve had the ride of my life. And I love each and every one of you so much: The cast – Ray, Georgie, Emily, Shane, Ada, James, all the young’uns.

“The art department, the writers, everybody – there’s so many unsung heroes. This show is made up of so many parts.

“You’re all amazing, and it’s been my great privilege to work with each and every one of you. I’m touched, I’m humbled and I’m so honoured. Thank you so much.”

Read the full story: Home and Away legend films final scenes after 33 years

Neighbours waves goodbye to Fallon Morell next week as Kate Connick’s guest stint in the role comes to an end.

Fallon bows out from Erinsborough after causing chaos for her sister Krista Sinclair’s relationship with Leo Tanaka.

There’s more trouble to come from her before she goes, as she sparks further mayhem related to the ongoing investigation into Sebastian Metcalfe’s death.

Read the full story: Neighbours‘ Fallon Morell to exit soap after chaos in Sebastian case

Hollyoaks‘ longest-serving character Tony Hutchinson faces a relationship crisis next week, as his fiancée Marie Fielding refuses to forgive his violent outburst.

Tony slapped Marie’s son Arlo Fielding this week after discovering that his own son Ro had been bullied by the deceptive teen.

In tense scenes next week, Marie tells Tony: “I spent years of my life in a relationship with a violent thug and I will not spend a single second in another. Now get out of my house.”