Spoilers 04-09 May

Sunday 4 May 2008 7:35pm - 8:05pm on ITV1.

Ashley (Steven Arnold) arrives home from work to find Claire (Julia Haworth) in a state of panic cutting up their bank and credit cards. She explains that someone has cleared out their accounts and she can't get to see the bank until tomorrow. She is stunned when Ashley tells her that no one has got access to their accounts - he has used all the money to shore up the business. He assures her they will work it out and she tells him that they will get through it together.

Audrey (Sue Nicholls) is trying to look after an increasingly distraught Maria (Samia Smith) when she finds herself ambushed in her own home by Gail (Helen Worth) and Bill (Peter Armitage) who demand to know what is going on with Ted Page. She explains that she was going to telll them both about it but wanted to take her time. Meanwhile unaware of what Maria has just gone through she takes Bill's advice and lets Liam (Rob James Collier) know where she is. He comes round to see her but Maria won't speak to him. Audrey agrees to let her stay but is stunned when she sorts out Maria's overnight bag and finds some very disturbing things inside.

Liz (Beverley Callard) is relaxed with Vernon (Ian Reddington) out of the way and Harry (Jack Ellis) wastes no time in offering his services behind the bar - much to Liz and Lloyd's (Craig Charles) amusement. But Liz is pleased when he invites her to the opening of a new bookies.

This episode is written by Lucy Gannon, produced by Steve Frost and directed by Kay Patrick.

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Monday 5 May 7.30pm

Audrey (Sue Nicholls) is stunned by what she has discovered in Maria's bag, and heart in mouth, she asks Maria (Samia Smith) to explain what is going on. As Maria looks at the picture of her son's tiny feet she breaks down and confesses to Audrey what has happened.

Audrey's shock however is nothing compared to Liam's when a midwife turns up at the house looking for Maria to check she is ok after the still birth. Numb Liam (Rob James Collier) tries to take in the news before making the decision to go and get some answers from Maria.

Marcus (Charlie Condou) is still struggling with the Maria's secret but his spirits are lifted by the early return of Sean (Antony Cotton). Sean's protestations that he just wanted to come home don't ring true and it isn't long before Marcus discovers the real reason Sean has caught an early flight home.

Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) is concerned about Chesney (Sam Aston) who seems withdrawn and quiet. A phone call from Les does little to lift his spirits when he discovers he is not coming back for at least a year.

At the detention centre David (Jack Shepherd) is waiting for Tina (Michelle Keegan) to arrive but Graeme (Craig Gazey) is not convinced that is going to happen.

This episode of Coronation Street is written by Lucy Gannon and directed by John Anderson. The producer is Steve Frost.

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Monday 5 May 8.30pm

Liam (Rob James Collier) is stunned as Maria (Smia Smith) tells him what happened. He can't believe she didn't tell him that the baby had died and went through the birth without him. As he struggles to come to terms with it he insists she give him some answers. When she finally explains why she couldn't tell him what had happened he is devastated and when she refuses to talk about the funeral their grief turns to anger and they start arguing. As Liam leaves a distraught Maria begs him to tell her he loves her but he can't bring himself to say the words.

Ashley (Steven Arnold) is surprised at Claire's idea that they downsize and move house to save some money. Over a drink - of water - in the pub Claire (Julia Haworth) discusses the idea with Sally (Sally Whittaker) and it isn't long before the two women have come up with a plan to solve the problem - they should swap houses.

David (Jack P Shepherd) is delighted when Tina (Michelle Keegan) turns up for her visit. The two are nervous with each other and he is still unsure of why she has come to see him. Does she want to give it another go?

Elsewhere - both Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) and Julie (Katy Cavanagh) are fussing over Chesney (Sam Aston) but neither can establish exactly what is wrong with him?

This episode of Coronation Street was written by Julie Jones and directed by John Anderson. The producer is Steve Frost.

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Wednesday 7 May 7.30pm

Claire (Julie Hesmondhalgh) continues to try and convince Ashley (Steven Arnold) that the house swap is a good idea but both he and Kevin (Simon Gregson) are really going to take some convincing. Can Claire win this battle with Ashley in order to try and secure their future?

Carla (Alison King) is stunned to find out from Liam (Rob James Collier) about Maria (Samia Smith) losing the baby and even more shocked when she discovers that she kept it from him. Genuinely upset for both of them, she is able to offer Liam to comfort that he has been lacking from Maria. He goes to see Maria and they finally discuss the funeral details and a name for the baby but Maria is gutted when he leaves again with Carla and she sees her hug him. Are Maria's worst fears about Liam and Carla going to come true after all?

Gail (Helen Worth) is stilll determined to get to the bottom of her mum's meetings with Ted Paige (Michael Byrne) and quizzes Rita (Barbara Knox) on what has been going on. Rita tells her she should speak to Audrey (Sue Nicholls) about it. Gail decides the time has come to take the bull by the horns and asks Audrey for Ted's number.

Elsewhere Julie (Katy Cavanagh) tells Kirk (Andrew Whyment) she will try to get to the bottom of what is upsetting Chesney (Sam Aston).

This episode of Coronation Street is written by Martin Sterling and directed by John Anderson. The producer is Steve Frost.

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Friday 9 May 7.30pm

It is the day of the baby's funeral and Maria (Samia Smith) is still insisting that she won't attend. Audrey (Sue Nicholls) tries to convince her that is is a bad idea but Maria is sure she will make things worse with Liam (Rob James Collier) by going. Carla meanwhile is still offering her support to Liam and accompanies him to the church. Will Maria change her mind and be there to bury her son?

Claire (Julia Haworth) is dellighted that Ashley (Steven Arnold) has agreed to the house swap and she and Sally (Sally Whittaker) set the wheels in motion for the estate agents to value the properties. The women seem to have the whole plan mapped out but neither Kevin (Michael Le Vell) nor Ashley are convinced this is the answer.

Fiz (Jennie Mcalpine) and Julie (Katy Cavanagh) are still battling it out to be the one who works out whatever it is that is troubling Chesney (Sam Aston). He tries to use Kirk's (Andrew Whyment) grief over Maria's baby as an excuse not to go to school but Julie sees through it and sends him anyway. What is eating Chesney?

Gail (Helen Worth) asks Bill (Peter Armitage) if he minds if she gets in touch with Ted (Michael Byrne). Bill assures her that he doesn't but Audrey (Sue Nicholls) is still not sure it is the right thing for Gail to do. What will Gail decide?

This episode of Coronation Street is writeen by David Lane and directed by John Anderson. The producer is Steve Frost).

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Friday 9 May 8.30pm

Liam (Rob James Collier) is relieved that Maria (Samia Smith)has arrived at the funeral and the two of them prepare to bury their son.Carla (Alison King) feels pushed out by their closeness and leaves them to grieve alone. The funeral is an emotional time for everyone but mother and father are reconciled as they movingly talk to their baby boy about their hopes and dreams for him. Later at the Rovers the rest of the congregation talk about how moving the burial was but no one is quite sure what to say to Carla who stands alone with her thoughts.
Gail (Helen Worth) is surprised by a visit from Tina (Michelle Keegan) who tells her that she has been to see David (Jack P Shepherd). Gail asks her to pass on her love next time she visits. Later Gail is thrilled to hear from Ted and they make plans to meet up tomorrow.

There is much excitement for Sally (Sally Whittaker) and Claire (Julia Haworth) as the estate agent gives his final verdict on the value of both houses. Sally (Sally Whittaker) is delighted with the price he puts on her house but Claire can't help but feel disappointed that her's is not worth as much as she'd hoped. The couples shake hands on the deal but is it really the answer for the Peacocks after all?

Elsewhere Julie (Katy Cavanagh) continues to annoy Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) and Chesney (Sam Aston) is still not himself.

This episode of Coronation Street is written by Joe Turner and directed by John Anderson. The producer is Steve Frost.