The twenty-third series of the British reality television programme The Only Way Is Essex began airing on 2 September 2018[1] with an Italian special as the cast flew off to Sardinia.
[citation needed] This series heavily focused on the feud between Myles and Courtney as he introduces his new girlfriend Kady to the group.
It also included Lockie and Yaz's relationship hit a number of obstacles once again before both agreeing to have counselling, as well as the end of the line for Pete and Shelby.
Following this series it was announced that this would be the first year without a Christmas special since the show began in 2010.
For the first time, catch-up service totals were added to the official ratings.