Coronation Street cast barred from iconic pub as soap battles ITV cash crisis

CORONATION Street’s cast are being BARRED from the Rovers Return as the soap desperately battles against ITV’s cash crisis. A perfect storm of soaring telly production costs and a fall in advertising has put the future of the UK’s most-watched soap at risk.

Charlotte Jordan quits Corrie as chaos ensues

Charlotte Jordan quit Coronation Street this week after four years on the cobbles. Now scenes only have a select few characters in each scene in a cost-cutting measure.

Financial struggles lead to drastic measures

TV production costs have soared by more than 50 per cent, while the advertising market funding them has all-but collapsed. As a result, the number of established characters in scenes at the Rovers Return pub has been slashed, angering show stars.

Beloved stars face reduced screen time

Long-standing characters like Gail Platt and Ken Barlow are appearing in fewer episodes, with some disappearing for months on end. The focus is shifting to newer, cheaper cast members to save money.

Coronation Street's uncertain future

Coronation Street is facing financial challenges, with beloved stars struggling to make ends meet. The survival of soaps is crucial not just for fans but for the wider TV business.