Tensions reach a boiling point in Walford as Jean Slater faces a heartbreaking decision in EastEnders. The Slater family has been struggling with Tommy’s increasingly erratic behavior, and things have taken a

dark turn. The once happy-go-lucky child has become unrecognizable to his family, and the situation has spiraled completely out of control, leaving Jean with no choice but to make a call that could change

everything.

It all starts when a confrontation erupts between Kat and Tommy. Kat tries to intervene in one of Tommy’s outbursts, but things quickly get physical. Tommy lashes out, leaving Kat hurt both physically and emotionally. The family is reeling from the shock, especially when Tommy, in a fit of rage, reports Kat to social services, accusing her of abuse when all she tried to do was protect herself. It’s a devastating blow for Kat, who has always done her best to be a loving and protective mother. However, the truth is undeniable—Tommy is no longer the boy they once knew.

Jean, who has been a silent observer of the unfolding drama, can no longer stand by. She admits the painful reality to Kat—they’re struggling to control Tommy, and no one in the family seems to know how to handle him anymore. Jean feels terrified every time she speaks, unsure of how Tommy will react. Kat, always the strong one, tries to push through the pain, but it’s clear that Tommy’s unpredictable behavior is tearing the family apart. And when Jean learns about the altercation between Tommy and Kat, she starts to see just how dangerous things have become.

But the final straw comes when Tommy’s violent tendencies turn toward his younger siblings. One of the boys confesses to Jean that Tommy has threatened them, leaving them too scared to even speak out. This revelation shakes Jean to her core. She can’t ignore the signs any longer—Tommy’s behavior is not just affecting Kat, it’s terrorizing the entire family.

In an emotional scene, Jean tries to talk to Tommy, but her efforts are met with resistance. Tommy is defiant, refusing to apologize for his actions or acknowledge the pain he’s caused. He brushes off the incident with Freddy and even mocks his mother’s attempts to reason with him. It’s clear that Tommy is spiraling, and there seems to be no way to reach him.

Desperate and overwhelmed, Jean makes a shocking decision. Despite the love she has for her family, she can’t stand by while Tommy’s behavior continues to endanger those around him. With a heavy heart, Jean picks up the phone and calls social services. She knows that involving them could mean drastic changes for their family, but she feels she has no other option. Tommy needs help—help that she fears the family can’t provide on their own.

The call to social services is a gut-wrenching moment, but Jean feels she’s doing what’s necessary to protect her family, even if it means the possibility of losing Tommy. As she explains the situation to the social worker, her voice trembles with fear and uncertainty. She’s terrified of what this could mean for the Slaters, but she can’t let her grandson’s behavior continue unchecked.

As the storyline unfolds, viewers are left wondering what the future holds for Tommy and the Slater family. Will social services intervene, and if so, what will that mean for Kat, Tommy, and the rest of the household? Jean’s decision to call for help may be the only way to prevent further damage, but the consequences could be devastating.

With emotions running high and the Slaters on the brink of collapse, this gripping plotline promises to bring intense drama and heartache to EastEnders. Jean’s call to social services could change everything, and the fallout from her decision is bound to send shockwaves through Walford