Overview
- The BBC confirmed Pam St Clement will reprise Pat Butcher in a December episode linked to Nigel Bates’ dementia arc.
- Pat appears at The Queen Vic as Nigel’s symptoms escalate following his festive film screening.
- The narrative shifts to 1990 to reflect Nigel’s altered perception and memory loss.
- Pam St Clement and executive producer Ben Wadey issued statements welcoming the return as part of the ongoing storyline.
- An exact air date has not been announced, and the production continues to consult Dementia UK on the portrayal.