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Jack Duckworth is to have women competing for his affections in Coronation Street.
The character (Bill Tarmey) was heartbroken by the death of wife Vera (Liz Dawn) in January, but will have new love interests beating down his door in the coming months.
An ITV1 insider told The Sun: “Everyone is feeling desperately sorry for Jack but there are brighter skies ahead for him.
“The script writers are planning to introduce a couple of female characters into his life.”
However, although one woman will be at least ten years younger than Jack, she will face competition from Weatherfield veterans Rita Sullivan (Barbara Knox) and Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls).
The source added: “The loss of Vera opens up all manner of strong storylines for Jack. There is a lot of scope for things he never would have dared get away with before.
“Bill will drop regularly in and out of the show and Jack’s turbulent life will allow just for that.”
Show bosses held a meeting last month to decide on a new flame for Jack following the departure of Liz Dawn after 34 years.
