Corrie's Sylvie 'outspoken like Blanche'

Coronation Street newcomer Sylvie Cropper is to be a sharp-tongued Blanche Hunt-style character, a report has claimed.

Sylvie, played by former Doc Martin and Tenko star Stephanie Cole, will make her first appearance on screen next month when she is introduced as Roy Cropper's estranged mother.

According to The Sun today, fans will see Sylvie cause a stir with a number of outspoken remarks shortly after her arrival on the cobbles.

One scene featuring the new character reportedly sees her pour scorn on Roy's classic car, telling him: "You're expecting me to get into that? It looks like something you have to pedal."

Blanche's one-liners made her a firm favourite among fans during her long stint on the street. Maggie Jones, who played the character, passed away in 2009 and her alter ego later died off screen.

Speaking of Sylvie's arrival, a Weatherfield source said: "It'll be great to get some of that infamous Blanche dialogue back again."

Cole started filming at Coronation Street at the end of February.

> Corrie star: 'Roy's mum is quite fierce'