🗣️ Cassie Plummer to remain on the show through 2026

Bad news for those hoping for her departure—Claire Sweeney has officially signed a new contract to continue playing Cassie until at least 2026, aiming for a potential appearance in the upcoming Emmerdale crossover. This makes her a fixture on the cobbles for the foreseeable future backtothebay.net+15thesun.co.uk+15digitalspy.com+15.

🔍 What this means onscreen

• More Schemes with the Barlows
  Executive producer Kate Brooks confirms that Cassie’s storyline with Ken Barlow is far from over. Expect more twists as Cassie battles the tug-of-war between her lingering conscience and darker impulses

• The Redemption Arc
  Claire Sweeney hints at a “redemption arc” for Cassie. Following her exposure for drugging and stealing from Ken, she’ll face emotional, legal, and family consequences—but there’s still a chance she may rebuild trust

🤔 Fan reactions and future expectations

Reddit debate shows mixed feelings:

“I’m actually a bit gobsmacked… they are going down a redemption arc route for her.”
“One Abi was bad enough… no real idea what to do with her.”
Some fans welcome deeper character development, while others feel Cassie’s arc is disjointed

✅ Final takeaway

• Claire Sweeney is definitely staying on Corrie into 2026.

• Cassie’s storyline isn’t wrapping up—with more drama ahead involving Ken, Tracy, Evelyn, Tyrone, and Steve.

• Expect continued conflict + hints of redemption, rather than an exit.

Let me know if you’d like a deeper breakdown of Cassie’s specific episode arcs, fan theories, or early previews!