Chris Gascoyne on Peter's return to the cobbles

Peter and Carla return to Weatherfield next week for what was meant to be a flying visit. It's the return to work for Alison King and Chris Gascoyne who have recently taken a break from acting to spend some time with their family.

In the Radio Times, there's an interview with Chris about Peter's return and what's next for his character. We find out that Peter and Carla are passionately in love but at this point in time, something's not quite right.

When Peter decides he can't leave after all, mainly for Simon's sake, he's shocked when Carla starts drinking again. He also thinks that though Peter wants Leanne to be happy, he's not so sure Nick is the one for her. Plus, since he dislikes Nick so much, as he puts it: "But it does really boil down to Peter and his ego – he cannot stand to see Leanne wanting to marry Nick Tilsley, really. "

Chris won't reveal what happens over Christmas but reckons we'll all be surprised.

I'm looking forward to seeing their return!

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