Emmerdale teen Arthur Thomas is caught up in a huge lie on the ITV soap this week involving John Sugden, leaving residents stunned – but how old is the character?

Emmerdale’s Arthur Thomas features in huge scenes this week, leading to a family feud on the ITV soap.

But how old is Arthur, and who plays the teenager? The character rumbles a shock affair between his mother and another resident on the show this week.

Emmerdale teen Arthur Thomas is caught up in a huge lie on the ITV soap this week involving John Sugden

Not only that, but in a bid to impress his pal April Windsor he tells a sex lie about John Sugden that leads to trouble. John is accused of sleeping with the youngster and is shouted at by his mother Laurel Thomas.

Soon Arthur is faced with having to admit he’s lied to everyone, but how will John react? There’s more tension ahead on the show for Arthur and his family, so here’s everything you need to know about the teen.

Emmerdale’s Arthur Thomas features in huge scenes this week ( Image: ITV)

Who is Arthur Thomas and who plays him?

Arthur is the son of late character Ashley Thomas and Laurel Thom