Carla Connor and Lisa Swain are finally edging back toward each other in Coronation Street, but this time it isn’t just Becky’s downfall that makes it possible. A much-loved figure from the Street’s past becomes the emotional force behind their reunion, and her influence changes everything for Swarla fans who have been waiting for this moment.
Hayley’s Memory Becomes The Turning Point For Carla And Lisa
Carla and Lisa once looked set for a real future together after getting engaged, following several emotional false starts. But their happiness collapsed when Lisa’s supposedly dead wife Becky returned, very much alive and determined to reclaim her old life.
Becky tried to pull Lisa back using memories, lies, and manipulation, and when Carla stood in her way, Becky decided she had to remove her from the picture.
That decision led to Carla’s terrifying kidnapping, with Becky locking her away over Christmas so she could focus on convincing Lisa to leave Weatherfield with her and Betsy. Becky believed Carla was the one obstacle she had to erase.
But she never counted on Kit Green, who suspected something was very wrong and started hunting for the factory boss. Kit eventually found Carla, and together they tried to stop Becky before she tried to escape.
Roy And Hayley Gently Push Carla Toward Love Again
Even with Becky locked away, Carla still hesitates. The trauma runs deep, especially knowing Lisa nearly left the country with her ex. Betsy tries to reassure her, telling Carla that both she and her mum still love her and want them to be a family again.
But Carla remains unsure if she can truly move past everything that happened. That changes when Roy Cropper steps in, guided by the memory of his late wife Hayley. As the anniversary of Hayley’s death approaches, Roy plans to visit the boating lake where he scattered her ashes.
Hayley may have died in 2014, but Roy still keeps her close. He lights a candle for her every year and speaking about her with deep love. When Roy talks to Carla, he tells her that Hayley would have wanted her to be happy. He knows Carla’s happiness is tied to Lisa, and he gently encourages her to fix what was broken. Carla is deeply moved, realising that Hayley’s spirit is nudging her toward forgiveness, courage, and the love she nearly lost.
Coronation Street boss Kate has now confirmed that this moment is what will bring Carla and Lisa back on track. She explained that now Becky’s true colours have been exposed and Lisa has realised how badly she was manipulated. Kate made it clear that although Carla and Lisa still have a lot to work through, their love never disappeared. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Coronation Street spoilers.