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A Quick Thanks To Eastenders

February 26, 2026

This is a quick and short post to thank Eastenders for their recent coverage of three very important disability issues at different stages of life.

  1. Nugget’s epilepsy, caused by a tragic event, just beginning in his teenage years.
  2. Penny’s pregnancy, thankfully the result of a ‘normal’ romantic relationship (is there any such thing?). Sadly Jack initially reacted with concern related to her disability but thankfully he now seems to have changed his mind.
  3. Nigel’s dementia, in older age, which will eventually lead to his life ending.

Eastenders have made this disabled viewer feel very happy, included, wanted and welcomed in recent months. They deserve thanks and I look forward to seeing how all three storylines play out.

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