Lauren's BACK!

But can the bitter brunette be persuaded to stick around?

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Later than intended, Lauren Branning arrives in the Square from Paris, where she's had a rather eventful New Year. But as she's reunited with cousin Penny, are the fireworks only just beginning? The first priority for the Walford returnee is to see Louie, the eight-year-old son she shares with Peter. She then pays Penny a visit to check she's OK.