Claire Sweeney is leaving Coronation Street. A Coronation Street spokesperson told The Sun newspaper: “We wish Claire every success playing Miss Hannigan and congratulate her on being offered a role she has long wanted to play. A source told the newspaper: “Claire loves Corrie but she’s always wanted to play Miss Hannigan. Claire previously described her role in Coronation Street as a “real turning point” in her career. “So, to get back to acting in one of the best shows on TV, Coronation Street, was great.”