Emmerdale fans 'switch off' from soap as they blast plot line: 'Ruining the show!'

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Emmerdale viewers have expressed frustration over the ITV soap's latest workplace bullying storyline, with some threatening to switch off entirely amid growing backlash online.The plot centres on trainee doctor Jacob Sugden, played by Joe-Warren Plant, and Dr Caitlin Todd, portrayed by Caroline Harker, whose increasingly hostile behaviour towards her junior colleague has sparked strong viewer reaction.Tensions have escalated throughout recent episodes, with Dr Todd persistently criticising and undermining Jacob.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Audience reaction on social media has been largely negative, with many fans labelling it one of the show's weakest storylines in recent memory.In Monday's episode, Jacob briefly believed the ordeal was over after witnessing what he assumed was Dr Todd's retirement speech at the hospital.

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