Stacey's police decision seen by 7.1m on Thursday EastEnders

EastEnders topped the soap ratings on Thursday evening (February 12) with the continued aftermath of Lauren's discovery, overnight figures show.



The Walford drama was the most-watched programme of the day, claiming 7.12m (34.0%) at 7.30pm on BBC One as Stacey called the police following Lauren's confession that she knows the truth about Lucy's murder. BBC Three's repeat screening secured 362k (1.6%) at 10.30pm.

Emmerdale continued with 6.34m (32.5%) at 7pm on ITV and 102k (0.5%) on +1 as Belle's disappearance left her family in turmoil. 6.18m (28.2%) returned at 8pm and 216k (1.0%) on +1 as Cain managed to get Belle to safety just in time.

Hollyoaks attracted 882k (4.7%) at 6.30pm on Channel 4 as Finn's unexpected contact took its toll on John Paul. E4's first look followed with 598k (3.1%) at 7pm and 126k (0.6%) on +1.

Neighbours brought in 625k (9.1%) at 1.45pm and 706k (4.6%) at 5.30pm on Channel 5 as Josh tried to rekindle his romance with Amber.

Home and Away entertained 230k (3.3%) at 1.15pm and 602k (3.4%) at 6pm on Channel 5, while 5*'s first look had 371k (2.0%) at 6.30pm.

Elsewhere, Doctors was seen by 1.61m (23.5%) at 1.45pm on BBC One.