The BBC One soap's longest-serving character was sent to prison earlier this year for drink-driving and causing Jordan Fox (Jahsaiah Williams) to sustain injuries.
Since then, we haven't seen Ian, and he's been languishing in prison, waiting for an appeal to go through.
It seems he will find support in Nicola's cool and collected brother-in-law Ned Hawkins (Jamie Bamber), who we already know is a war veteran and trained therapist.
Meanwhile, it seems Nicola will bond with her nephew and Ned's son Ryder Hawkins (Felix Uff), but how will Ned feel about their closeness?
Well, it seems whichever family members she tells are hiding their own secrets...
Read More: EastEnders' Kellie Bright addresses exit decision as Linda Carter bows out after 13 years - and talks Max romanceNicola continues to struggle with Ned. Linda receives a shock. Harvey tries to support Kathy.
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Linda worries, as she fears her family are not being honest with her. Ian returns to Walford. Nicola tries to support Ryder.
Thursday 8 October 2026
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