KEITH DUFFY RETURNS TO CORONATION STREET ON TV3

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IMMEDIATE: Tuesday 26th January 2010

Irish Boyzone star Keith Duffy returns to Coronation Street on Monday 1st February 2010

Keith who plays Ciaran McCarthy in Corrie returns for more antics on the street

Interviews with Keith Duffy are available on request

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Warning: Spoiler

TV3 can confirm that Irish Boyzone star Keith Duffy will make a sensational return to Coronation Street, with his first episode airing on Monday 1st February 2010 at 7.30 on TV3. Keith, who plays barman Ciaran McCarthy in Coronation Street, is back to team up with old pal Peter Barlow in his gastro-pub venture, which is set to rival the Rovers.

It all kicks off when Peter bumps into Ciaran at a local restaurant. With Peter and Leanne on the lookout for a chef to take charge of the kitchen at their new wine bar, the pair head out to sample a few of the local eateries. Walking into one restaurant, they hear a commotion from the kitchen and Peter is surprised to see that it's Ciaran having a row with his manager.

Returning to The Rovers with Peter and Leanne, it doesn't take Ciaran long to start flirting with Michelle, and Carla is soon on his hit list, too. When he offers Peter a drink, Ciaran is surprised to hear that he's a recovering alcoholic.

Where will Ciaran's story go from here? And just how long will it be before Peter falls off the wagon again?

Tune in to Coronation Street airing Monday 1st February 2010 at 7.30pm on TV3

Interviews with Keith Duffy are available on request

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ENDS.

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