December 12th 2024.
PC Mike Swirling has truly won over the hearts of Metro readers, as they are calling for him to become a regular character on Emmerdale. It's no surprise, as the local police officer has been a part of the show for over 20 years, with actor Andy Moore making a whopping 239 appearances on the ITV soap during that time. And it's not just the readers who have fallen in love with PC Swirling, he has also become a fan favourite amongst viewers.
Given his job, PC Swirling often finds himself involved when the residents of Emmerdale have found themselves on the wrong side of the law. Most recently, he arrested Cain Dingle for his involvement in a car accident and subsequent violent outburst. But it's not all about enforcing the law for PC Swirling, as he also showed his compassionate side when he visited Cain in his cell and encouraged him to open up about his emotions following his wife Moira's brain tumour diagnosis. Having gone through a similar experience with his own aunt, PC Swirling understands the importance of support during difficult times.
This isn't the first time we've seen PC Swirling's softer side, as viewers may remember when he attended Zak Dingle's funeral earlier in the year to pay his respects. It's clear that he has made a lasting impression on Emmerdale fans, as Metro recently posed the question on their Facebook page of whether PC Swirling should become a main character on the show. The response was a resounding yes, with fans expressing their love for the character and even suggesting potential storylines for him.
Some viewers even went as far as to say that PC Swirling would make a great partner for village super**ch Kim Tate, although others joked that she would "eat him alive." But with his kind heart and good relationship with Cain, it's not hard to see why fans would want to see more of PC Swirling on the show.
If the soap takes heed of the readers' advice, it wouldn't be the first time they've promoted a recurring character to a regular role. Dr Liam Cavanagh, played by Jonny McPherson, was originally a recurring character for four years before settling down in the village permanently with his family. And over in Corrie, DS Lisa Swain has received critical acclaim after being promoted to a regular cast member at the beginning of the year and has been involved in some major storylines.
Now, the ball is in Emmerdale's court to give PC Swirling the recognition and screen time that he deserves. As for fans, they can join the discussion by leaving a comment and stay updated on all things soaps on the Metro homepage. And for even more exclusive content, join Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community with 10,000 other fans to get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and interviews. Just click on the link and select 'Join Chat' to join the community.
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