Eddie Lawson
Played by
Neil Morrissey
Eddie Lawson is charismatic and an inspirational teacher with a genuine passion for the job. He has a natural authority and the pupils know not to cross him, but underneath he's warm and self-deprecating. He has a down to earth approach to teaching but he's also not afraid of change. He's also a strong believer in inclusion, which Waterloo Road is keen to embrace, and an expert on vocational education - believing it can really deliver the goods.
Eddie's own experience at school has given him a natural empathy with the 'difficult kids' and he can handle himself in the classroom. Eddie still nurtures high hopes for a relationship with Rachel, however Rachel has other ideas and with the arrival of a new member of staff, Melissa, Eddie is sure he's found the perfect partner.
Reason for leaving
Left Waterloo Road at Rachel's request when it transpired that he was the father of Melissa's unborn baby.
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