Later love in Coronation Street

I'm most impressed by the treatment of what I'm calling Later Love in Coronation Street. So we have Audrey and Lewis, Rita and Dennis and to an extent, Mary and Norris, though of course it's much more Mary than it is Norris. This Later Love explosion for which Eileen and her fireman Paul might also qualify, is in my view refreshing. As ever Coronation Street succeeds in mirroring change within contemporary society.


People are living longer, online dating is providing countless opportunities for people to meet and there has been a rise in the number of more mature people divorcing, probably driven by improved longevity, 6o is the new 40, and the increase in plastic surgery. I make no judgement at all.

Gail though is very exercised by her mother's behaviour and understandably so. Audrey was made to look a fool last time with Lewis and it will be very interesting to see where the brilliant script writers will take Audrey and Lewis this time. Gail, it must be remembered is Audrey's daughter and there has, since time began, been the revulsion factor concerning a parent engaging in the physical act of love! Admittedly, I too feel a little tense for Audrey. We'll see...

Great credit to the writers for tackling Later Love. We see so many young people in relationships - all beautifully smooth-skinned, toned and honed and frankly it's all rather dull and predictable. I'll bet there will be many tears shed, of happiness as course, as Rita and Dennis get spliced, unless of course the writers have a surprise up their sleeves. And Norris? I can't be the only avid fan who senses Norris' unrequited love. Great character though she is, In fact she's a brilliant creation, Mary is no match for the lovely cabaret girl, Rita Sullivan.