Next week on Coronation Street, Lauren Bolton makes a heartfelt decision to move forward with her life — and her choice could lead to a surprising shake-up in Weatherfield.

After months of emotional turmoil surrounding her son Frankie’s illness, Lauren finally receives a piece of good news from the hospital. Relieved and hopeful, she turns to Aadi Alahan to share the update, confiding in him during a quiet, emotional moment.

Their conversation leads Lauren to reflect on her future, and she reveals she’s ready to start fresh — both for herself and for Frankie. As she looks ahead, her plans may bring a big change to a familiar local hotspot, suggesting a new direction not just for her, but for the community around her.

Could this be the start of a major new chapter for Lauren — and a beloved Weatherfield location?

The teen couldn’t be happier as she tells Aadi that Frankie has been discharged from hospital following his bone marrow transplant.

This closes an emotional chapter for Lauren, as she’s ready to start looking to the future and securing a sense of normality while bringing up Frankie.

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“Lauren tells Aadi that she wants to find a job,” our Corrie source explains.

“It’s important for her to secure a stable source of income so that she can provide for Frankie and be the mum he deserves.

“Lauren is used to having people doubt her, but she’s determined to make a success of her life in Weatherfield and move on from all the trauma she faced with evil Joel last year.”

Corrie fans will have to stay tuned to see where Lauren ends up, but in true soap style, it’s sure to be somewhere in walking distance. With Aadi’s father Dev currently away, could he decide that they need the extra help at the Corner Shop?

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Might Lauren end up at The Rovers, as new manager Glenda Shuttleworth warns boss Carla Connor that they’re short-staffed? Or could The Kabin be brought back into storylines with Lauren behind the counter?

Meanwhile, upcoming episodes will also see Lauren on a mission to resolve her blackmail nightmare as she hopes to find out who’s demanding money from her.

This ultimately sparks a fall-out between Lauren and her friend Bobby Crawford, as he gives her cash to pay off the blackmailer and she sneakily uses it as a deposit for a flat instead.

Coronation Street airs Lauren’s job decision on Wednesday 14 May on ITV1 and ITVX.