Dawn and Billy’s exit story confirmed in Emmerdale as tragedy looms

A happy ending may not happen (Picture: ITV) Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) and Billy Fletcher’s (Jay Kontzle) plan to leave Emmerdale has began – but it may not end the way they hope. Dawn concluded that she wanted to leave Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) and get back with Billy after her ex shared the news that Joe attacked him at the depot. The thing is, Joe is innocent – for once. The person who actually put Billy in hospital was Kev Townsend (Chris Coghill), who was at the depot after learning that friend Steve (Jason Done) was planning on robbing the place. When Billy interrupted the duo, Kev grabbed a crowbar. Ruby Miligan (Beth Cordingly) saw that it was Kev on the CCTV. The footage was deleted as part of her plan to frame Joe. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. Ruby and Caleb Miligan (William Ash) are now busy helping Billy and Dawn plot their exit, all because it will leave Joe with absolutely nothing. At the hospital, the couple confirmed that they’d be able to sort Dawn, Billy and the kids out with new passports. Dawn told Billy they should go to Spain, but he seemed a bit hesitant. A visit from Joe ultimately changed Billy’s mind though. He told Dawn to call Ruby for her help, because they’ll be moving to Spain very soon. But will they, though? Dawn and Billy are desperate to leave the village (Picture: ITV) Tragedy appears to be waiting (Picture: ITV) While reports suggest Olivia Bromley is leaving her role as Dawn Taylor, there currently isn’t any indication Jay Kontzle is departing as Billy Fletcher. It fuels the theory that Dawn and Billy’s hope for a happy ending isn’t going to happen. Deals of the Day Parents can save up to 30% on Kickers school shoes ahead of the new term The back-to-school hack that's helping parents avoid queues and sold-out sizes Could your hair be wavy rather than straight? This brand thinks so Could your star sign improve your skincare routine? This new beauty launch thinks so Best skincare for menopausal skin? This dermatologist-created treatment is tailored to you What does the future hold for Dawn? Arrow MORE: Kev explodes in Emmerdale and has a very Kev way of destroying life-changing evidence Arrow MORE: Dawn’s Emmerdale exit story seems confirmed but she may be doomed as big twists looms Arrow MORE: Emmerdale’s summer storyline spoilers for 2026 reveal death, stunt and iconic return The Soaps Newsletter – Weekly Sign up for exclusive spoilers and interviews, handpicked by our Soaps Editor.