mmerdale Spoilers Next Week: Joe’s Deceitful Business Plot Puts Dawn and Belle on a Collision Course

Next week in Emmerdale, tensions rise as Joe Tate once again proves he’s not to be trusted. With a history steeped in manipulation, betrayal, and even deadly consequences, Joe is plotting something new—this time targeting Belle Dingle and her successful wedding business, Take-A-Vow. Teaming up with his partner Dawn, he presents a seemingly lucrative business opportunity. But as ever in the village, nothing is ever as straightforward as it seems.

After a turbulent few weeks marked by lies, secrets, and even a near-fatal incident, Joe and Dawn appear to be on more stable ground—at least on the surface. Having weathered several storms, including Joe’s involvement in multiple village deaths and scandals, the couple is looking ahead to the future. Joe, whose mysterious wealth continues to baffle even longtime residents, suggests a fresh start: a joint business venture running wedding events at Home Farm. With its picturesque setting, Home Farm would provide stiff competition to the existing Take-A-Vow business. But is it just a smart investment plan—or another step in Joe’s long-running agenda of manipulation?

Dawn is immediately intrigued by Joe’s proposal. Running her own wedding business sounds glamorous and potentially profitable, especially now that she’s trying to create a better life for herself and her children. But there’s a catch. Take-A-Vow already dominates the local market, and the face of that brand is none other than Belle Dingle—someone with a deeply personal and painful history with Joe.

Undeterred, Joe encourages Dawn to consider an alternative. Instead of competing with Belle, why not join forces? Dawn, seeing the logic in a partnership, arranges a meeting with Belle to discuss the possibility of investing in Take-A-Vow. At first, Belle is open to the idea. Having Dawn on board could bring in fresh energy and capital—something any business could use. But everything changes the moment Joe’s name is mentioned.

Belle’s demeanor instantly shifts. Her face hardens, and she makes it abundantly clear that she wants nothing to do with Joe Tate—ever. Given Joe’s past, which includes his role in the deaths of Leyla Harding, Suzy Merton, and Amy Wyatt, her reaction is entirely justified. Many in the village still carry emotional and psychological scars from Joe’s actions, and Belle is no exception.

Belle offers Dawn a stern ultimatum: they can only work together if she promises that Joe won’t be involved in any way—financially, professionally, or otherwise. This puts Dawn in a difficult position. She respects Belle and sees the wisdom in aligning with her business. But she’s also loyal to Joe and invested in their shared future. Torn between two loyalties, Dawn goes back home to Joe and relays Belle’s response.

Joe, as always, has another trick up his sleeve. Rather than backing off, he suggests a workaround: he’ll loan Dawn the money, but it will be done in secret. Belle never has to know that the funds came from Joe. On paper, everything will appear above board. Dawn is visibly conflicted. She knows Belle would consider this a betrayal, but she also wants to make this opportunity work—for herself and for her family.

After some soul-searching, Dawn makes her choice. She shows up at Take-A-Vow for her first day with Belle, eager and enthusiastic. Belle welcomes her aboard, but beneath the surface, there’s unease. Dawn is hiding something—and if Belle ever finds out that Joe secretly funded her involvement, it could shatter their fragile alliance.

The question now looms: has Dawn truly betrayed Belle’s trust? Has she chosen ambition over honesty? And more importantly, if the truth comes out—as it always does in Emmerdale—what consequences will she face?

Joe’s influence continues to cast a long, dark shadow over the village. His willingness to manipulate even those closest to him is deeply troubling. While Dawn may believe she can manage the situation and keep Belle in the dark, seasoned fans of Emmerdale know that secrets never stay buried for long. With Belle’s sharp instincts and deep ties to the community, it’s only a matter of time before the truth surfaces.

Will Dawn come clean before it’s too late? Or will she double down on the deception and risk everything she’s built?

Stay tuned for what promises to be another gripping week in the Dales. One thing is certain—where Joe Tate is involved, heartbreak and chaos are never far behind.