We thought it was all over, but apparently, Line of Duty is set to make a “shock return” to our screens for three new episodes.
Well, if you’re to believe the rumours, that is.
The beloved BBC crime drama series first hit screens back in 2012, and ran for six seasons, raked in millions of viewers each episode, and won a handful of awards all before it came to a conclusion in May 2021 – or at least, that’s what many presumed was the end.
As we’re sure some fans will recall, though, creator Jed Mercurio has never actually conclusively revealed the show was finished.
A whopping 16.45 million viewers tuned in to the final episode of season six, which ended with revelation of the identity of the enigmatic “H” – who was the leader of undercover corruption syndicate within the police force.
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But it’s fair to say that the identity reveal in the so-called final episode didn’t exactly go down too well with lots of viewers – with many of them left pretty unsatisfied with the plot direction and making sure to voice their views on social media.
Those fans will probably be pretty chuffed to hear it’s not quite over yet then – apparently.
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Line of Duty is reportedly set to make a ‘shock return’ for three new episodes / Credit: BBC
Reports emerging this morning are suggesting the show is set to make a return for three new episodes within the next year, with an inside source telling The Sun: “Viewers weren’t satisfied with the ending of series six and were crying out for a more sensational conclusion – now Jed can deliver that.
“The question is whether the person we were led to believe was H really is the villain that AC-12 has been hunting or if it was another nemesis.”
According to the source, there’s also a theory that another “darker puppet master is at work”.
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“The fact that they’re looking at taking the unusual step of making three episodes rather than the usual six or seven is a reflection of just how special this is for the show,” the source added.
The new episodes come be coming at Christmas 2024 / Credit: BBC
Fan reaction to the news of the show’s reported return has been mixed online, with quite a few questioning whether or not there’s any truth to the rumours, and whether we’ll actually see the gang back together any time soon.
Regardless of this, most fans just seem to be excited – and who can blame them?
If you do believe what’s being claimed though, Line of Duty is apparently set to return for those three episodes over the Christmas period in 2024, so keep your eyes peeled.
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Aldi is looking for curious kids to become its first-ever ‘toy tester’
Emily Sergeant
Curious kids, this one’s for you… Aldi is currently looking for little ones to become its first-ever wooden toy tester.
With the sun showing its face more regularly now, and the temperatures heating up by the day, summer is very much on its way, and it won’t be long before the mini Mancs are getting to spend more time playing outdoors than in – which is why Aldi is now on the lookout for one lucky child to become its official Wooden Toy Tester.
The supermarket retailer is calling on children across the country – including here in Greater Manchester – to apply by explaining why they should be chosen and what make-believe dish they would cook up in their very own toy kitchen.
The successful winner will receive a selection of Aldi’s latest wooden toys for free to make sure they have everything they need to feel like they’re the head chef of their own garden.
Aldi is looking for curious kids to become its first-ever ‘toy tester’ / Credit: Aldi
All Aldi is asking in return is a short review of each of the toys, rating them on performance and fun factor to help guide the supermarket’s Buying Team on future product development.
In previous years, Aldi’s wooden toy launches have been so popular that the retailer has had to put a ‘two per shopper’ limit on purchases, so as you can imagine, this makes this adorable new job role even more in-demand.
“The nation’s love for our wooden toy range is undeniable, and our littlest shoppers are our most important critics,” commented Julie Ashfield, who is the Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK.
“We’re excited to appoint our first ever Wooden Toy Tester, to capture their experience and find out what makes the perfect playtime set-up, guaranteeing lots of giggles and fun.”
Fancy it then? For a chance to win the role of a lifetime, little hopefuls simply need to send a one-minute-long video to [email protected] with their name, age, location, what makes them the perfect fit for the role, and what dish they wood make in their wooden kitchen.
Applications close on 5 May, and Aldi’s Summer Wooden Toy range will be available in stores from 17 May.
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UK’s biggest property show is coming to Manchester and needs house hunters for new series
Emily Sergeant
Are you looking to move but finding the house hunting process a lot harder than you thought it would be?
Well, this could be the helping hand you need.
The UK’s biggest property show, Location, Location, Location – which has been a fixture in Channel 4’s schedule for more than 20 years at this point – is looking for house hunters from across Manchester for the new series.
First airing all the way back in 2000, if you’ve never seen Location, Location, Location, it’s fronted by presenters and property experts Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer who head all across the UK to help buyers in search for their dream home.
Despite being on our TV screens for 26 years at this point, Kirstie and Phil have never tired in their efforts to match the nation’s hopeful house hunters with their perfect home.
For its next series being filmed this May, Channel 4 are now looking for individuals, families, and couples from Greater Manchester who need Kirstie and Phil’s expertise to find their next home.
The UK’s biggest property show is coming to Manchester and needs house hunters for its new series / Credit: James Feaver (via Unsplash)
Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, first timer buyers, or looking for a forever home, Channel 4 wants to hear from you.
“We are casting for the new series, and we are interested in hearing from chain free (or SSTC) house hunters who would be ready to buy in May this year,” a spokesperson for Channel 4 said as the casting call was announced.
“Applications are now open and we’re looking for individuals, families and couples who need Kirstie and Phil’s expertise to buy their dream home.”
Emily Sergeant -
22nd December 2022 
