Hollyoaks couple John Paul McQueen and Ste Hay will call time on their short marriage next week following a build-up of problems.

The pair's issues reach a peak as Sinead gives birth to Ste's baby after her waters break at Lindsey and Freddie's wedding.

Although Ste and John Paul initially take steps to resolve their troubles by making up, they are soon interrupted by the news that Sinead has gone into labour.

When Ste realises that he missed Scott's calls about Sinead due to being preoccupied with John Paul, he is furious and points the blame at his husband.

After Ste later shares a kiss with Sinead as they await the arrival of their baby, he is later forced to face up to the reality of his future with John Paul.

The pair eventually agree that their marriage is over, and Ste is soon supporting Sinead as she gives birth to their baby.

As Ste and Sinead bring their baby back to the flat, she is worried when she discovers he has split with John Paul.

However, a blissfully happy Sinead is reassured when Ste insists he has everything he needs with their new family unit. Where does this leave his future with John Paul?

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