Janine Butcher is returning to EastEnders. Tabloids and trade press confirmed the character will return in the coming months following a four-year absence. Reports point to a closely held storyline centred on a murder storyline. The Sun called it a "top secret" twist that will "blow the roof off Albert Square."

Radio Times said Charlie Brooks looks set to reprise the role she is known for . Digital Spy noted the character has been missing for a stretch . Insiders have refused to share plot specifics . The BBC has not commented on episode dates or broadcast details .