Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Bob learns that Viv is planning on having an abortion, and Katie fights for her marriage

A shocked Bob Hope learns that Viv is planning on having an abortion in Classic Emmerdale on ITV3 today (Tuesday, February 4). This comes as Viv continues to struggle with her pregnancy, and sees no way out but to get rid of the baby. But how will Bob react when he learns what Viv has planned?

Elsewhere, Katie tries to fight back against Jo, and Chas learns the truth about the Kings’ development. And, as a disgraced Pearl’s past comes back to haunt her, Carl feels like he’s been shoved aside.

These episodes first aired on August 18 and 20 2006.

Bob learns that Viv is planning on having an abortion in Classic Emmerdale

Still struggling with the pregnancy, Viv secretly books an appointment for an abortion. Elsewhere, Donna breaks down to Scott, and reveals that their mum is pregnant. She tells him that she thinks Viv is planning on getting rid of the baby.

Later, she and Scott confront Viv. Viv admits that she is going to have an abortion.

Devastated Scott confides in Terry – who tells him to tell Bob, convinced that he has a right to know. When Scott tells Bob, he doesn’t initially believe him. But, hearing that Viv’s gone for an abortion, he rushes to the clinic.

Katie puts up a fight

Katie plans a romantic picnic for herself and Andy. She leaves a note for Jo, making it clear that she won’t be giving up on her marriage. Will Jo get the message?

Chas learns the truth

Tom apologies to Jack for accusing him of sabotaging the housing development. This causes Jack to suspect that Tom knows who was really responsible.

Later, Tom tells Carl and Chas that Sadie paid someone to destroy the house with a JCB to make Jimmy look bad. Chas is stunned when Carl reveals that Jimmy rushed the house through, leaving no time for gas or safety inspections.

Pearl’s keeping a low profile

Disgraced Pearl is working in a run-down pub in Leeds after her lies were exposed. Spotting her picture in a missing person’s ad, the landlord has some tough questions for Pearl… or Irene, as she calls herself now.

Also in Classic Emmerdale…

A smug Matthew takes great pleasure in telling Sadie that the haulage company is moving back to the family portfolio. However, Matthew’s return leaves Carl feeling shoved out and resentful.

Read more: From Carl King to son Tom, Emmerdale characters that finally got their comeuppance

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