Coronation Street bosses have been urged to "wake up" by fans, with many claiming the show is the "worst" it has been in years.

The programme has been slammed by viewers for its over-reliance on serious crime stories and the under-utilisation of established characters, something that many believe was the reason for its poor showing at the British Soap Awards.

Corrie, which first aired all the way back in 1960, was outshone by rival soap operas like EastEnders last week, leading to concern from some ITV viewers.

The only title won by Coronation Street at the British Soap Awards last week was claimed by David Neilson (Roy Cropper) for the Outstanding Achievement category.

According to the Radio Times, the rest were won by Hollyoaks, Emmerdale and EastEnders.........

© South Wales Argus