Stuart

Stuart made his first appearance on 17 September 1985. He is portrayed by Kieran Parkes.

Storylines
Stuart is a young patient who nurse Andy O'Brien cares for. Andy grows very attached to the boy and brings him to Walford on several home visits. Andy's girlfriend, Debbie Wilkins, is initially against this, but Stuart soon charms her by telling her that she has pretty hair. Stuart's health worsens and as the hospital has insufficient funds, they cannot afford the correct equipment to save him.

Stuart dies on 26 September 1985. Andy is extremely upset and scolds himself for getting emotionally attached to a patient. He breaks down and cries in the café one afternoon, blaming Stuart's death on the government, who believe that the purchasing of weapons is more important than the health care needs of children.