Sunday 19th
Potential buyer Chris Horton informs the Kings that he is only prepared to buy the housing development on the condition that there is no further legal action. Realising that he’s at risk of losing the sale, Tom falsely claims that all civil action has been agreed out of court, much to Matthew’s concern. With time running out, will Tom’s lies prove costly?
After learning that the Kings will go unpunished for the house collapse, a drunken Bob storms round to Home Farm with Jamie and Jean, determined to force a confession. When Tom instead offers compensation on the condition that no future civil action is taken, will this be enough to satisfy Bob’s grief-induced rage?
Elsewhere, Edna is talk of the café, Len’s concern for her prompting Betty to joke to Pearl that there’s something between the two friends. When Len finds Edna in church she expresses her devastation that everyone believes she covered up the report, revealing its existence as a woman scorned. Will she be able to convince Bob of her innocence?
Monday 20th
Bob feels betrayed by Jean’s suggestion that they accept the Kings’ compensation. When Jimmy hears from Bob that Tom has offered the Hopes £100,000, he is amazed and under pressure from Bob admits that he was accountable for the accident.
After coaxing from Bob, Jimmy leaves with him to confess all to the HSE. When they bump into Tom en-route, he’s stunned to discover Jimmy’s intentions and puts a stop to it. When Bob’s lone protestations at the HSE are dismissed, he drives back in a rage and upon seeing Tom in the road, sees red and puts his foot down…
Meanwhile, Ashley is quick to dismiss Betty’s claim that Edna only brought the report to attention as revenge for Tom’s rejection, and goes to see her. Will Ashley’s belief in Edna be enough to comfort her?
Elsewhere, Paul speaks to Matthew about the availability of Victoria Cottage and when he suggests to Emily that they both move in, she worries about Viv’s reaction to her involvement with the Kings. Will Viv give Emily her blessing?
Tuesday 21st
When Len hears from Pearl that Edna has been crying, he seeks her out in church. After he coaxes her to admit that Tom has taken everything from her, he storms over the Kings to have it out with him. Tom belittles Len and reveals the truth about Edna’s son. Edna is later mortified to learn that Len knows her secret and promptly throws him out. Furious at the situation, Len seeks out Tom for round two…
Kelly is flattered when property developer Horton chats her up in the café. She sees an opportunity when he leaves his mobile behind, and when she returns his phone her efforts are rewarded by the offer of a drink. When Emily throws a spanner in the works by leaving Kelly to run the café alone, she is determined not to miss her date and closes up. This prompts a furious row with Viv and Bob, resulting in Kelly revealing a few home truths…
Meanwhile, when Bob dismisses Viv’s warning to keep away from Tom, her anxiety escalates and she feels a twinge in her stomach. Will Bob’s vendetta cause Viv’s stress levels to rise forcing her to take time out from the home and business?
Wednesday 22nd
After Kelly is jilted by the property developer and then rejected by the Hopes she fixes her attention on Jimmy. The lonely pair go for a drink where Bob berates his stepdaughter for associating with Dawn’s killer. He warns her to keep away from Jimmy, but she later confides her true intentions to Scott. Is she taking Jimmy for a ride?
Elsewhere, Edna asks Pearl to move out, claiming she needs some time alone. With nowhere else to turn, Pearl pleads with Len to give their relationship another try. She’s stung when Len reveals he’s in love with Edna, but admits that she knew of his true feelings for some time. Is Pearl prepared to play second fiddle to Edna?
Meanwhile, Turner crumbles at Terence’s funeral and explains to Betty that he has lost everyone who was close to him. Betty assures him that he’s not alone and that Shelly might come back one day. Turner admits that Steph killed Shelly and she confessed to Terence’s murder to gain some penance. Can Betty rebuild her shattered friend’s
Thursday 23rd
Tom confesses that he will miss Rosemary and she engineers a permanent invite to stay at Home Farm. The announcement is greeted sourly by the Kings and Sinclairs so Tom feels the need for drastic action. He proposes to a shocked Rosemary, but will she accept?
Also, Jamie uses his new job with the Kings as a way to find evidence linking them to the house collapse. After rooting through their files he is caught by Chas who wants to help him. Jamie fires an insult at her before their argument is stopped by Carl. He fires Jamie outright, so has he lost the only way to get justice for Dawn’s death?
Meanwhile, Betty continues her attempts to lift Turner’s spirits but is frustrated by his bickering with Sandy. After hauling him to the Woolpack, Sandy jokingly tells Turner to lighten up. He is taken aback when Turner reveals the extent of his recent turmoil.
Friday 24th
Rosemary and Tom arrange some engagement drinks to celebrate their engagement. Both families are suspicious and Chas wonders why Rosemary would leave Oakwell for Home Farm. Rosemary is defiant that she loves Tom and is moving for him, but Matthew is quick to warn her away from the family business. But is it too little, too late?
Meanwhile, Sandy is a constant source of irritation for Turner and asks why Betty tolerates his disgusting habits. After Betty is non-committal to his queries, Turner is forced to find solace elsewhere.
Also, Paul is relieved to finally escape Val as he moves into Victoria cottage with Emily. His joy is short-lived however, as Kelly barges in with her belongings. Paul insists that there is no room for another body, but will Kelly take no for an answer?
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