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flag Emmerdale faced 62 Ofcom complaints after a traumatic pre-watershed episode aired on October 18, 2025, depicting teen April Windsor in a county lines drug debt and near-exploitation plot.

flag Emmerdale drew 62 complaints to Ofcom after a October 18, 2025, episode depicting teenager April Windsor in a traumatic county lines storyline involving drug debt and near-exploitation, aired at 7:30 p.m. on ITV and ITVX. flag The pre-watershed broadcast sparked viewer backlash over its intense content, with some calling it too disturbing for general audiences. flag The episode, part of an ongoing plot involving manipulation by characters Celia Anderson and Ray Walters, showed April pressured into a dangerous situation with no clear rescue. flag While some praised the show’s bold approach to serious social issues, others said it was overwhelming. flag Emmerdale shared a support link offering resources for affected viewers.

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