British Soap Awards 2016: Here’s the nominations

The past 12 months in soapland have been dramatic as ever, and as always the stars of the biggest soaps will turn up on the red carpet in the hope of winning the award in their nominated category.

There’s 15 awards up for grabs this year at the ceremony, which will be hosted by Phillip Schofield in London at the Hackney Empire Theatre.

Last year, EastEnders won the Best British Soap Award – but will they do it again this year?

Here’s the nominations:

Best Actor

Best Actress

Villian of the Year

Best Comedy Performance

Best Newcomer

Best Male Dramatic Performance

Best Female Dramatic Performance

Best Young Performance

Best On-Screen Partnership

Best Storyline

Best Single Episode

Scene of the Year

Best British Soap

Did your favourite make the list?

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