BBC removes EastEnders from tonight's schedule following Prime Minister’s resignation
The soap opera will not air on BBC One this evening due to a last-minute change in programming. The shift follows the official announcement of Keir Starmer’s resignation as Prime Minister.
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The soap opera EastEnders will not be broadcast on BBC One tonight, June 22, following a late decision by the broadcaster to alter its schedule. The removal comes in response to news confirmed this morning that Keir Starmer has formally resigned as Prime Minister.
According to reporting from The Sun, the program has faced several scheduling changes recently due to the requirements of coverage for the 2026 World Cup. However, today’s specific adjustment was prompted by the immediate need for more news time following the resignation announcement.
The Mirror also reported that the change was made at the last minute. The broadcaster's move allows for a shift in focus toward current events during the prime evening slot. No further information has been released regarding when the program will return to its usual position on the network.