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Coronation Street Solves Driscoll Accent Puzzle and Clarifies Rovers Return Control

The show used David Platt to voice a fan query during Monday's episode, drawing praise for an in-story explanation.

Overview

  • Ben explained that his mother moved from Galway to Belfast when she married his father, addressing the accent difference.
  • Viewers quickly posted reactions on social media after the scene, thanking the show for the clear nod to continuity.
  • Ben recently arrived in Weatherfield with returning character Eva Price and relaunched the Rovers Return with a party.
  • Maggie revealed she is the landlady after financially backing Ben when a planned sale to Carla Connor fell through.
  • The on-air clarification capped a wave of viewer speculation as the new Driscoll family establishes its place at the pub.