Eastenders original cast member dies

Sandy Ratcliff – one of Eastenders’ original cast members – has died aged 70.

The actress appeared as cafe owner Sue Osman from the first episode of the BBC soap in 1985 until her departure in 1989.

An inquest into her death at Poplar Coroners Court was adjourned until 3 October pending tests, according to a spokeswoman for the coroner.

At the time of her death she owned a property in north London, but was reportedly being cared for in sheltered accommodation.