Dec 5

Tom ends up in hospital after attempting to take his own life ahead of his trial in Emmerdale

But when Belle disappears on the day of the trial, will she get the justice she deserves?

14-20 DECEMBER

As the guards declare a ‘code red’ in Tom King’s cell, it's chaos in prison and it's not long before word spreads to Belle that Tom's been rushed to hospital having tried to take his own life.

With Tom due in court, everyone wonders if the case will go ahead and as Belle’s turmoil starts to cause her to spiral, the family do their best to bolster her. However, Belle is terrified of having Tom’s death on her hands and starts questioning whether she really can do this.

As Belle heads to talk to her uncle Paddy about Tom and his suicide attempt, will Paddy help give Belle the reassurance she needs or could he make her even more confused?

Ever tenacious, Charity manages to gain access to Tom’s hospital room and he's alarmed by her sudden appearance, wanting him to admit he faked this suicide in an attempt to derail the court and Belle’s testimony.

Suddenly getting clarity Tom realises Charity has only visited because Belle must be spiralling and Charity regrets her interference.

Later, when Tom’s solicitor Ollie visits him in hospital, he explains his belief that Belle will no longer testify. Could Tom be right?

When the day of the court case arrives, Belle leaves her family a mysterious note before slipping out of the Dingles. Meanwhile, in his hospital room a smug Tom prepares to give his best performance in court.

Aware they need to find Belle the Dingles spring into action but soon they are shocked when the prosecution barrister admits that, without Belle, they may struggle to secure a conviction.

When Ollie tells Tom that Belle hasn’t arrived at court, Tom is pleased to see the fruits of his labour.