Credit: ITV Emmerdale bosses have spoken about what lies ahead for 2021 Insiders at Emmerdale HQ have revealed we can expect to see a village favourite back on our screens soon. In a Zoom conference with producers – and cast such as Lisa Riley and Emma Atkins who play Dingles Mandy and Charity – executive producer Jane Hudson had a big reveal as she discussed what’s coming up in the Dales. “We have a very much loved character coming back to the village!” said Jane. “They light up the screen. There’s going to be lots of fun. The actor/actress has returned to shooting. Look out for their return coming up soon.”