ITV Emmerdale's Paddy depression storyline may never have happened as Dominic Brunt opens up on 'responsibility'

The Emmerdale storyline following Paddy Kirk's depression may never have happened, according to the ITV soap's producer. During scenes aired on Tuesday night (February 28), viewers saw the vet finally return home after fleeing a few weeks ago following a reunion with ex-wife Mandy Dingle.

The Dingle clan attempted to find Paddy, rocking up at the B&B they located him at in Skipdale. However, after getting the help of another guest, Paddy managed to avoid seeing them and was last seen getting on a bus.

But during the latest trip to the Dales, Emmerdale fans saw a dishevelled Paddy standing in the doorway of The Woolpack with a holdall, much to the surprise of his loved ones. It didn't take Marlon long to make a beeline for him but estranged wife Chas was left irritated by Paddy's behaviour.

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Then, when Bear entered with Paddy's daughter Eve, it’s an emotional reunion for all and Chas softens when she realises the hurt and sadness in Paddy’s eyes. Paddy tried to play up his happiness to get Marlon off his back but when Marlon left, Paddy’s facade crumbled as he was left utterly bereft and broken.

And in scenes to air later this week, Emmerdale fans will see Paddy consider taking his own life. Feeling alone and struggling to find his place in people’s lives, Paddy will begin having suicidal thoughts, leaving his dad, Bear, a letter.

Later with Paddy having gone, Bear makes the horrifying discovery of the letter. Marlon is distressed as everyone scrambles to go and find Paddy and when Rhona delivers the appalling news about the missing bolt gun from the vet surgery, the reality of what he is doing is all too worrying as