Andy confronts Robert about Debbie

In Classic Emmerdale eisodes airing today, Robert Sugden’s affair with Debbie Dingle comes to light, sparking an intense confrontation. These episodes originally aired on September 28 and 29, 2005.

Classic Emmerdale: Robert and Debbie’s secret exposed

Robert Sugden and Debbie Dingle come clean about their relationship to Andy Sugden, leaving him stunned. However, when Jack Sugden confronts Robert, he flatly denies seeing Debbie. Determined to end the feud, Andy is convinced his brother is lying and vows to get to the bottom of it. The revelation sends ripples through the village.

Paul, Rodney and Danny from Classic Emmerdale outside the antiques shop
Paul and Danny are not thrilled when Rodney docks their wages (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Wage woes for Paul and Danny

Meanwhile, Paul Lambert and Danny Daggert are left gutted when Rodney Blackstock docks their wages. In a bid to make things right, Paul turns to Val Lambert, hoping she can convince Rodney to reconsider. Val, feeling guilty, agrees to have a word with Rodney.

Steph’s sleeping arrangements

On a lighter note, Steph Stokes faces a logistical challenge with the arrival of French guests. She decides to move Terry Woods and Adam Forsythe into Edna Birch’s house, while she plans to stay with Betty Eagleton.

Cain’s intervention

Andy seeks Cain Dingle’s help to deal with Robert and Debbie’s affair. Andy hopes for a strong reaction, but Robert skilfully convinces Cain that Andy is just causing trouble. Later, Robert decides to cool things off with Debbie, leaving her heartbroken. This leads to a heated confrontation between Andy and Cain, culminating in a dramatic showdown where Andy threatens to kill Robert.

Classic Emmerdale: Max’s meltdown

Elsewhere in the village, Tom King assigns his son Max King the task of collecting rent and handling a mountain of paperwork. Overwhelmed, Max decides to escape his responsibilities and gets drunk instead. Seeing Max’s distress, Paddy Kirk offers him his old job back at the veterinary surgery, providing a glimmer of hope for Max amidst his troubles.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.30pm and 2.05pm.