Next week on Coronation Street, a series of dramatic events unfold as Abi Webster's young son Alfie is rushed to hospital due to black mould in their flat, Cassie Plummer makes a desperate proposal to Steve McDonald, and Glenda Shuttleworth discovers a shocking secret about her brother's girlfriend.
Abi's son hospitalised by mould
Abi Webster, played by Sally Carman-Duttine, is horrified when her son Alfie ends up in hospital as a result of the mould in her flat. After a frustrated Abi calls her landlord about the worsening damp, she later discovers that the elusive landlord is Idris Nazir (Junade Khan) when his phone rings as she makes a call. Abi tucks a poorly Alfie into bed, unaware of the black mould growing behind his bed.
On Tuesday, July 7, Abi and Kevin rush a suffering Alfie to A&E. An anxious Idris is shocked to see the state of the flat and races to the hospital, where Alfie is kept in ICU overnight. The doctor confirms that Abi needs to find a new place to live as the mould is the cause of Alfie's breathing issues. Leanne points out to Idris that the previous owner must have known about the mould. Later, Abi clocks Brody forcing a man into Idris' car and reports back to Sally, who becomes concerned when Brody later hands her some money.
Cassie proposes to Steve
Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) is fed up with Tracy Barlow (Kate Ford) sticking her nose into her relationship with Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson). When Tyrone suggests that it's just something she'll have to live with if she truly loves Steve, Cassie drops to one knee in the cab office, making an official proposal. However, on Wednesday, July 8, when Cassie spies Steve helping Tracy with a flower delivery, she seeks solace in vodka and makes a pass at a bloke at the bar, just as Steve comes looking for her.
Later, Cassie returns home with plans to attend Tyrone's birthday meal at the Bistro. She's lifted when Steve reassures her that he wants to move past the previous few days, but she's floored again when Hope and Ruby reveal that they've located Tyrone's dad, Ross Wilkes (Ian Burfield), with a sample of DNA. Cassie warns Ross that Tyrone won't want anything to do with him, but he sees through her ploy and ends up flirting with Tracy. When Tyrone softens toward his dad, Cassie's stomach turns.
Glenda uncovers Christina's secret
Glenda Shuttleworth (Jodie Prenger) makes a shock discovery about her brother George's (Tony Maudsley) girlfriend Christina Boyd (Amy Robbins). After Christina lies to George to get out of a romantic dinner, Glenda goes rooting through her bag while she nips to the loo and is floored by what she finds inside. She immediately spills the tea to George, who confronts Christina. On Friday, July 10, George trails Christina and finds her in a compromising position with a man. When she finally reveals the truth and how much trouble she's in, George advises her to come clean and pray for understanding.
Other storylines
Elsewhere, Will Driscoll (Lucas Hodgson-Wale) struggles in the aftermath of the trial. Maria Connor's (Samia Longchambon) distrust of Gary Windass (Mikey North) continues, and Betsy Swain (Sydney Martin) attempts to make the most of her remaining time in Weatherfield. Adam Barlow (Sam Robertson) agrees to take on Abi's case against Idris. Additionally, Nick Tilsley (Ben Price) is heartened when Sam apologises for his earlier explosion, realising that his dad had his best interests at heart.
