Alex Fletcher says Diane Hutchinson faces a heartbreaking dilemma over her son Finn O’Connor’s release from prison.
The ‘Hollyoaks’ actress has opened up about the decision her alter-ego will have to make when her on-screen stepson – who is played by Keith Rice – is freed and wants help with rehousing.
Speaking in a behind-the-scenes clip, Alex said: "Coming up this summer, Diane is faced with a really, really difficult decision.
"Finn has been released from prison, so should she take him back into the family home? Or, is she going to turn her back on him?
"That will impact the whole village, especially Sinead and Tony. You’ll have to wait and see."
Viewers saw Finn most recently involved in a violent scrap with his sister Sinead’s (Stephanie Davis) rapist Laurie Shelby (Kyle Pyror), and their prison van crashed as a result of the brawl.
Although Finn only suffered minor injuries, Laurie later died after attempting to kidnap Sinead.
Keith confirmed his return as Finn – who was jailed in 2014 for raping his teacher, John Paul McQueen (James Sutton) and attempting to rape Nancy Osborne (Jess Fox) – earlier this year, and he admitted he was "really intrigued" to see what the future holds for his character.
He previously said: "I’m so excited to be back, and to be working with the talented ‘Hollyoaks’ cast and crew again.
"I’m really intrigued to see how Finn, following his time in prison, will integrate back into his family and also back into society.
"I’m looking forward to exploring it, and also still giving the storyline the respect and sensitivity it deserves."
Hollyoaks: Diane Hutchinson faces heart-breaking dilemma
