EastEnders fans have criticised BBC bosses for 'slacking' after noticing a continuity error during a recent episode. In the Thursday, 16 January 2025 broadcast, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) appeared with a cut on his forehead, which then vanished and reappeared during a scene at the Queen Vic.
The blunder occurred as Jack spoke to Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and his daughter Penny about his recent hook-up with Nicola Mitchell. Viewers took to social media to express their disbelief, with one writing: 'They're slacking wth.' Another commented: 'I don't understand how they can't do that scene in one.'
The mistake comes as the soap prepares for its 40th anniversary week, during which a live episode will allow fans to decide Denise's romantic future. Viewers will choose between her estranged husband Jack and her former toyboy lover Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara).
Executive producer Chris Clenshaw said: 'We're all so excited to give our audience their first ever chance to decide how one of our big storylines plays out. Their votes will determine whether Denise picks Jack or Ravi, with the outcome being revealed as part of our live episode.'
The love triangle has intensified after Denise shared a kiss with Ravi on Christmas Day 2024, despite her daughter Chelsea having previously dated him. Meanwhile, Jack's marriage to Denise fell apart in 2024 after his secret affair with Stacey Slater was exposed.
