Season 41

Charity is alarmed to be questioned by the police. Ashley considers a fresh start. Nicola is on a mission to help Rodney.

Ashley is subdued as Laurel takes the kids to school, with the situation between them still unresolved. Soon afterwards, Ashley ushers Sandy out when Jude arrives to talk about the parish move. Jude is surprised to hear that Ashley has not mentioned it to Laurel.

Cain is exasperated when Aaron refuses to take the hint about leaving him alone. When Charity and Jai arrive at The Woolpack, Cain stops Aaron when he makes a lunge for Jai. Soon afterwards, Aaron has to be restrained again when he makes another attempt to attack Jai.

Aaron still wants revenge on Jai when Zak, Lisa and Sam find him banging on Jai's door and smashing windows. As they try and pull him away, Aaron strikes Lisa in the face by accident. Hazel tries to calm the situation, while Zak visits Cain and tells him to put an end to Aaron's outrage as he's the only one who can stop him. Elsewhere, Charity wants Debbie to be at the wedding, but Debbie turns her down. Charity excitedly tells Sarah that she wants her to be a bridesmaid when she sees her in the street, but Debbie is annoyed that she has gone behind her back to get what she wants. Also, Jimmy is still suspicious of Rodney and thinks something is amiss when he comes back from a run having drummed up more business.

Father and son have a tense and emotional confrontation as Zak admits he attacked Cain as he was out of control and needed to be taught a lesson. Meanwhile, Hazel is taken aback by Aaron's fury as she and Chas try and talk to him. Chas is concerned to see that his urge for revenge against Jai is as strong as ever. Elsewhere, Debbie embarrasses Belle when she finds her with Sean. Lisa frets when she finds out that Belle was with Sean, but eventually asks Belle if she can be trusted with him.

Aaron is unimpressed when Zak advises him to stay away from Jai, while Chas is annoyed when Diane agrees to Charity and Jai having their reception at The Woolpack. At the same time, Cameron is sick of all the domestics as he tells Debbie how Chas and Charity were at each other's throats again. Later, Charity is fed up as she and Jai watch the glaziers clear up the mess caused by Aaron, but they're united when he tells her all that matters is them being together and getting married.

Zak begin to make veiled goodbyes. Aaron is thrilled when Cain asks for a lift to Jai's. Aaron thinks they're heading there to get revenge, but he is told to wait in the car as Cain goes to speak to Charity. Charity is confused when Cain explains that he won't be bothering her or Jai again. Cain tries to cover his heartbreak as he goes. Meanwhile, Ashley enjoys his trip with Laurel and seems enthusiastic with how it's going. Back home at The Woolpack, Sandy is crestfallen when no-one takes up his offer of going back to his place for a drink. Elsewhere, Cameron is wound up and upset when he sees Debbie buying wine in preparation for spending the night with Andy, Moira notices John's new friendship with Chas, while Eric suggests that Amy should put a stop to Val visiting Kyle as she is becoming obsessed.

Cain confronts Charity with the truth about his attacker. At the same time, Zak waits for the police - resigned to their fate. Cain asks Aaron to take him to the police station, explaining that he wants to change his statement. However, the strain is starting to show on him. Meanwhile, Debbie awkwardly arrives at Andy's as it's time for them to sleep together. As the situation moves forward, Debbie does her best to go through with it - but Andy is left humiliated when Debbie admits that she can't go ahead and she quickly leaves. Elsewhere, Ashley drops his bombshell on Laurel as he asks how she'd feel about moving to the new parish, Val is upset about not being allowed to see Kyle, Sandy invites the youngsters back after the pub and they order pizza, while Eric shares his worries with Diane.

Laurel promises that she'll think about Ashley's plans for a new life. When they arrive home from their trip, they see the front door is ajar and they're shocked to discover the mess. Ashley tries to cover his rage, but he's furious with Sandy. Later, Laurel tries to cover her doubts when she talks to Nicola about Ashley's idea, while Ashley is exasperated to hear that Sandy was drinking with the youngsters last night. Soon afterwards, Ashley is delighted when Laurel gives him her answer - she will move if he gets the job, but it's clear she still has reservations. Meanwhile, Cameron is astonished when Debbie tells him that she didn't sleep with Andy as she couldn't go through with it. Later, Debbie's hopes are shattered when a humiliated and rejected Andy refuses to try again the natural way.

Debbie plans a secret meeting to trap Andy into sleeping with her, asking him to meet her at a bar later. Chas is concerned by the idea, but Debbie is determined to see it through. Debbie guiltily tells Cameron that she's going on a shopping trip, and she feels even worse when he gives her some money to treat herself.

Debbie asks Andy to keep it a secret as she scuttles back to Cameron, leaving Andy confused over how he's feeling. Unaware of what's happened, Alicia is dressed up to the nines to impress Andy, optimistic that they can get back on track.

Full of hope, Alicia tries to talk to Andy - but she is hurt and angry when she realises that he doesn't want to get back with her. Later, Debbie offers to go to Viv and Terry's memorial with Andy and feels uncomfortable as she finds herself supporting him during the service.

It's the day that Amy must sign the adoption papers, but she and Eric are baffled by Val's breezy attitude. Amy is clearly feeling worried about the day ahead, while Eric is not convinced by Val's sincerity as she tells the troubled teenager that she wants what's best for her. Val stays with Amy when Lydia and Kath arrive with the papers, comforting her as she's about to sign. However, Amy wants Val to leave when she tries to change her mind. Val is then heartbroken when she sees Amy sign. Soon afterwards, Amy worries that Eric and Val may split up.

Rodney is having a difficult time and things get worse when the police arrive to question him about a serious accident. Rodney asks to speak to a solicitor when he's questioned about hitting a cyclist. The net tightens when he hears that it's an offence that carries a prison sentence. Rodney is furious, threatening to take Carl down with him if he gets sent to jail. At the same time, Nicola nags Carl to give Rodney more work.

Carl is anxious as Nicola's suspicions mount after Rodney lets her down. Rodney challenges Carl, explaining that he wants to tell the police the truth. When Jimmy returns, he too is suspicious of Carl and Rodney's dealings, telling Nicola about them looking shifty earlier. Carl tries to assuage the situation by offering Rodney his job back, but Rodney holds Carl to ransom - demanding cash or he'll drop him in it. Meanwhile, Hazel breaks the news to Bob that she thinks it might be the right time for her to move on. Bob is worried when he realises that she's thinking of leaving and taking Aaron with her. Later, Hazel is concerned for Aaron when he tells her that he has to play happy families for Zak's 60th knowing he still can't face him.

Ashley tells Sandy and Edna that the bishop wants to meet him. Sandy hopes it's not about the impending move, while Laurel struggles not to argue with Ashley over Sandy not wanting to go with them. Soon afterwards, Laurel is proud to hear that Ashley has got the job but it does mean moving. Sandy seems devastated and Edna is concerned when Ashley tells her that Sandy will be staying on in the village.

Laurel is happy, believing this could be a new start as she rushes to get a pregnancy test. Ashley is shocked when Laurel shows him she has a pregnancy test kit, and it's not the reaction she had hoped for. Laurel is devastated when she realises that Ashley thinks it could be Marlon's. As Laurel goes upstairs to do the test, Ashley is left feeling a multitude of emotions.

Laurel has not come home and Ashley tries not to lose his patience as he gets the kids ready for school, while Sandy is worried that Ashley doesn't know where his wife is. It turns out that Laurel has stayed at Nicola's, and Jimmy and Carl are curious to know if she has left Ashley. At the same time, Ashley partly blames Sandy for Laurel's departure and tells him that he will have to explain it to the children. Later, Nicola is saddened when Laurel tells her that she thinks it might be time to accept that it's over with Ashley. Nicola visits Ashley wanting to help him save his marriage, explaining that he must forgive Laurel if he doesn't want to lose his family. Meanwhile, Belle is intrigued to find Sean waiting for her at the bus stop, and he takes her to the cricket pavilion - where he has carved their names. Belle is touched, giving him a scarf, and Sean kisses her.

Marlon is shocked when Ashley arrives at the pub and accuses him of sleeping with Laurel, telling Marlon that she has admitted it. Marlon denies the accusation and Ashley realises that he is telling the truth.

Aaron lies to Chas and Paddy about the bruise on his head, insisting that he's fine. He also tells Paddy that he hit his head on a car bonnet. However, Chas is concerned when she and Paddy realise that Aaron has told them different stories.

Hazel tells Bob that she is leaving and she's grateful when he wants to make the most of their time left. Later, a small crowd gathers in the pub to say goodbye. Chas is pleased that Hazel is leaving, but she agrees to say goodbye to Aaron for her and apologise to him. Bob packs the car with Hazel's bags as she tells him that she needs to say one last goodbye and heads towards the graveyard.

It's the morning of Jai and Charity's wedding, but Jai and Nikhil still haven't made up. Gennie is flustered when Declan comes up with a plan to get Nikhil and Jai to talk. Declan re-routes the taxi to pick up Katie with the hope that Nikhil and Jai will speak. Nikhil guesses their plan, but the brothers still make up when Nikhil senses Declan's pain over losing Mia.

Jai starts to think the worst as Charity still hasn't arrived. At the same time, Charity urges Debbie to pull herself out of her grief. Cain tells Debbie that she should go to the wedding and he suppresses his own feelings of grief at finally losing Charity. Not long afterwards, Jai is pleased when Chas tells him that Charity has arrived with Debbie.

Cain is broken after Charity's wedding and snaps when Sarah talks about it. Debbie is glad to have Cameron back as she cuddles up to him, but Cameron fumes when Andy approaches - concerned about Debbie. Cameron is soon irritated further as Andy brings chocolates for Debbie.

Diane is worried for Andy when she sees Debbie and Cameron being affectionate. She tries to talk to Andy about what she has seen, but he insists that she's wrong and closes down the conversation. Soon afterwards, Andy panics when he hears that Debbie is at the doctors' without him, but Diane advises him not to push things.

Debbie is annoyed when Alicia congratulates her publicly about her pregnancy and village gossip Pearl overhears. Jacob tells Sarah that her mum is having a baby and Cameron's heart sinks when he realises that Sarah knows.

Moira apologises to John for what happened with Chas, but at work, she's hurt when she again notices a spark between the pair. She is further gutted when Chas nips out, knowing she's following John out. Marlon worries for Moira as he watches her pour herself a stiff drink - blaming herself for losing everything.

It's the day of the court case, and Carl is cornered when Rodney tells him to agree to the deal or face risking prison. Soon afterwards, Rodney leaves for court - telling Brenda that Carl has paid him the £10,000. However, despite the money, he dreads the worst. Matters are not helped when a stand-in solicitor arrives, telling Rodney that it's his first unsupervised case and this particular judge is known to make examples of people.

Edna tells Jimmy that the company card has been declined. Jimmy knows it's bad news when Edna explains that Carl has taken out £10,000. Later, Carl collars Rodney - furious to have been ripped off - but Rodney makes his escape when Diane notices that something is going on between them.

Nicola suspects there's something going on between Jimmy and Carl, and she's later shocked when she sees Rodney's picture in the paper with an article about how he was lucky to avoid a prison charge. Jimmy feels guilty as he tells her about Rodney taking the convictions for Carl and blackmailing him over it.

Amy has gone AWOL and is dressed up for a night out and asleep on the bus with an unexplained black eye. Unable to face Val, Amy heads to the Dingles' place, where she cries when Belle hands her a photo of Kyle.

Diane warns Chas that John may be using her as a rebound, but Chas is excited when she gets a text asking her for lunch. Moira, Adam and Holly are then floored when they see Chas getting into John's car and kiss him before driving off.

John tries to talk to the kids about Chas, but they're not interested. When Moira arrives, the kids leave to let their parents have time to talk - and Moira is shocked into silence when John tells her that he wants a divorce. When Adam takes his quad bike to the garage to be fixed, Chas spills the beans about the impending divorce.

Moira is distraught and has phoned in sick while Marlon comforts her. At the same time, Aaron tells Adam that he has fixed the quad bike, but neither of them is prepared to make the first move to make up. Later, Chas is surprised when John arrives and they arrange for her to go to his house. Brenda is astonished to see Chas getting into John's car and kissing him.

Chas anticipates a fun afternoon at the farm as John leads her upstairs, but she's left feeling rejected when he pulls away, telling her that he can't do this. Over at the pub, Brenda puts her foot in it when she tells Moira about seeing John with Chas.

Eric hopes things will settle with Val after her and Amy's holiday, but he's worried when Diane suggests that Val might be doing a runner. He tries to convince himself that she has got it wrong, but questions Val's intentions as she's getting ready to leave. Val is caught as she tries to brush off Eric's concerns but Amy's shocked when Val says that it sounds tempting to stay in Portugal.

Holly, Hannah and Adam are disappointed when John tells them that it's over with Moira. At the same time, Moira confides in Chas, who urges her to try harder with John as they are meant to be together. Moira goes to the farm feeling determined, but as she talks to John, she realises they need to move on for everyone's sake.

John and Moira decide to speak to the kids, and Moira is sick with guilt as she tells them about the divorce. John's heart breaks as he watches Moira leave the house, and he hurls a mug at the wall in utter turmoil. Later, John visits Moira to ask how it went at the solicitors. Moira is unsure of his feelings as they both reminisce.

The Barton kids are hopeful when John and Moira explain that the divorce is on hold. Moira and John are left to spend time together, both nervous and awkward about being alone. Following a discussion between the pair, John struggles with his feelings as Moira makes it clear she wants to go to the bedroom, but they are both hopeful they're back on track.

John and Moira are both shy and apprehensive as they head off for their night away, taking Andy's Land Rover so that Andy and Adam can use John's truck. As they reminisce over when they first got together, suddenly John hits a patch of ice in the road and the car skids at high speed, crashing through an obstruction and landing on its side in the darkness.

The Bartons are numb with grief as the news spreads across the village. Meanwhile, shocked by the news, Andy clings to Debbie but she's unnerved by his embrace. He's left hurt and humiliated when he confesses his feelings to her and she tells him that there's nothing going on between them. Later, Diane has a go at Debbie for leading Andy on. Cameron wonders what's going on when he enters and Debbie's evasive. Soon afterwards, Cameron is in shock when Andy tells him that he slept with Debbie to conceive the baby. Elsewhere, Charity visits Declan, wanting to see if there's any more news regarding the festival. Declan says the council are happy, provided there's an access road which can only be made through the Bartons' land.

Declan is concerned that the council need his festival application before their deadline and the permission is dependent on an access road across the Bartons' land. Katie worries about Declan's timing as it's too soon after the accident, but they both head to the farm.

Declan is still determined to go ahead with the festival. As Nicola angles for a job organising it, Declan enjoys playing her and Charity against each other. Later, Charity and Nicola are dumbstruck when Declan introduces them to Megan, his new festival manager - neglecting to mention that she is his half-sister. As the day continues, Megan and Declan bicker about whether she'll join forces with him.

Katie asks Jai about Megan's background, so Jai warily explains that she once had a deal with Declan that went very wrong. At the same time, Declan explains to Megan that he really needs her on board with the festival and wants her skills to get the Bartons back on side. However, Megan is not sure, leaving Declan frustrated.

Lisa expresses her worries about Zak to Sam, explaining that he didn't come to bed last night and she can't find him. She does her best to hide her concerns from Belle, but is later forced to admit to Belle that she doesn't know where Zak is. Later, the Dingles are surprised when Jimmy calls round and tells them that he saw Zak's van abandoned in town, and he agrees to take them to it.

Lisa is about to call the police over Zak's disappearance when he strolls in, leaving her and Sam stunned. Lisa wants to know where he's been, but Zak is uneasy as he can't remember and tries to cover. Lisa is astounded by his attitude and frustrated by his lack of answers, while he feels guilty for upsetting his family.

It's the day of the funeral and Adam fights back the tears as he looks out over the fields. Holly is grateful for Roz's support when she turns up, but it's a heartbreaking day for the village. At the wake, Adam has one drink too many to drown his sorrows and lays into Declan and Chas. Meanwhile, Ashley is sarcastic with Sandy when he wants to go to the funeral and refuses to cash his pension for him. Later, Laurel is concerned when Sandy apologises for ruining her night and she sees how sad he looks. Elsewhere, Lisa is disgusted when Zak decides not to attend the funeral, while Declan tells Megan that she's got until tomorrow to make her decision about the festival job.

Adam wants the family to pay their debts off with Declan, and Moira tells him that John had an endowment policy. However, Moira is later shocked and depressed to hear that John had already cashed in the policy - they have nothing. Moira is close to despair over their money situation, and the kids are horrified when Moira tells them they're selling up.

Alex and Andy are floored when Moira explains that she's selling the farm. Moira visits Declan, but becomes angry and emotional when he refuses to buy the farm. Once Moira has gone, Megan asks Declan if he has reasons for turning such an offer down. Moira is upset after seeing Declan and is in danger of snapping as she tells the kids.

Paddy is suspicious when Rhona tells him that they're going out for dinner. Paddy waits for Rhona at the B&B, but she is late and as his frustrations build, Paddy orders a bottle of wine. When Rhona eventually shows up, Paddy is drunk and Rhona is mortified by his behaviour.

Debbie is concerned by Cameron's distance as they return home from the B&B, and Cameron is furious to hear that Andy visited yesterday. With poor timing, Andy interrupts the couple, further fuelling Cameron's rage. Debbie is terrified that she could be losing Cameron.

Chas tries to persuade Cameron to stick by Debbie, not wanting him to do anything he'll regret. Cameron soon steels himself to face Debbie and she's seriously worried that she's lost him when he won't believe her promises. However, Cameron can't go through with breaking up with Debbie. Later, Cameron tells Debbie that he now understands how much she needs him. However, Debbie won't be pitied or patronised and flies into a rage - telling Cameron they are over. Cameron leaves stunned, and Debbie is heartbroken. Meanwhile, Victoria suggests that Paddy should man up and propose himself. However, Rhona soon tells Victoria that she's had a lucky escape from Paddy because there are no happy endings where relationships are concerned.

Eric and Amy head out to meet Val at the airport, but David declines to go. The pair wait at the airport, but there's no sign of her and Eric becomes doubtful of her return. However, they leave with renewed hope, thinking she might be at home.

Aaron nervously calls Ed to ask him out for a drink, but soon cancels to help Adam, who is struggling at the farm with a broken roof. Later, Ed arrives with two teammates, and they step in to help fix the barn roof. Holly takes an instant shine to Ed, but it's not long before Aaron gets the confirmation he wants - Ed is gay. Oblivious to this, Holly continues to flirt with Ed.

Holly still fancies Ed and fishes for gossip from Aaron, who is forced to explain that Ed is gay. Soon afterwards, Aaron gets anxious when he realises that he and Ed are going to Bar West for their first date.

There's an awkward atmosphere when Cameron wishes Debbie luck for the appointment. Soon afterwards, Chas and Cameron are amused when Megan mistakes them for a couple, as Chas has given him a job helping her behind the bar. Later, Chas and Cameron sit talking about love and compare notes about their terrible track records with relationships. As the chemistry sizzles, they surprise themselves by kissing.

Things are awkward between Chas and Cameron after their kiss, and Chas feels terrible as she arrives to wish Debbie luck with the hospital appointment to check if the baby is a match for Sarah.

Aaron decides to phone Ed, but is disappointed when he doesn't call back. Aaron fears he's missed his chance, but is glad when Ed arrives and they go into the back room. Aaron is scared as he decides to brave showing Ed his scars from self harming.

Cameron is preparing to leave for Jersey as the Dingles await the test results to see if the baby is a match. Chas is sad but relieved that Cameron is leaving, and feels uncomfortable when Charity explains that she wants to get Cameron and Debbie back together. Debbie is apprehensive when the phone rings.

At the Barton house, Holly is distracted by a noise and opens Moira's bedroom door to find her mum weeping over a photo of John. Holly steels herself before comforting Moira.

Ashley tries to help Sandy up out of bed, but loses patience and heads out - leaving Sandy feeling helpless. Rachel then arrives to clean, but Ashley tells her that she isn't needed and feels conflicted as he leaves Sandy in the house alone.

Laurel snubs Rachel in the café when she accusingly asks about Sandy. At the same time, Ashley checks that Sandy doesn't need anything before he heads out, and Sandy is ashamed at being treated like a child. Later, the pair make their peace - but it doesn't last for long when Arthur chokes on a plastic piece from Sandy's model boat.

Holly pockets the heroin as Moira wants the Bartons to scatter the ashes. She pleads with her mum, not wanting to go, but reluctantly heads out. Soon afterwards, Moira scatters the ashes while Hannah lays some flowers.

Cain's leg is in agony and he struggles as he tries to bring Holly round. He manages to get her into a car and staggers into the driver's seat. Seeing Alex on Main Street, Cain tells him to contact Moira - explaining that he needs to get Holly to the hospital quickly.

Alan visits Sandy and is pleased when he manages to tempt him to a game of dominoes in the pub later. However, Ashley forces Sandy to stay at home and rest after he asks for his son's assistance in getting to The Woolpack. S

Marlon is taken aback when a concerned Rachel tells him that she's worried about how Ashley treats Sandy. She's stung and angry when Marlon dismisses her accusations and thinks she's saying it out of spite.

Marlon tells Rachel that Sandy didn't seem himself yesterday, further fuelling her concerns. At the same time, Sandy is hurt and frustrated when an angry Ashley refuses to give him his keys back. In the café, Marlon takes the opportunity to speak to Laurel about Sandy.

Chas and Paddy worry that Aaron is going to get hurt by Ed. Aaron pretends that he wasn't bothered by Ed standing him up yesterday, but gives Ed a taste of his own medicine by leaving him waiting at the café. Aaron then gets sick of Debbie and Cain's meddling when they tell Ed that Aaron will meet him in the pub that night. Aaron tells them there's no point stringing it out - he's finishing it with Ed.

Aaron tires of Adam's increasing resentment towards Cain and reminds him that his mum wasn't an innocent victim. Soon afterwards, Adam quizzes Moira about Cain, but she finally snaps - telling him that he should look at his own actions if he wants someone to blame.

Cain desperately looks for a way out of the garage as the fire spreads. Hearing his cries for help, Adam panics and accelerates away on his quad. The fire starts to take hold and Cain sees the situation becoming more dangerous.

At the scene of the garage fire, everyone is shocked as they come to terms with what has happened. Soon afterwards, Holly finds Adam panicking and is stunned to hear that he started the fire. Moira is suspicious of the pair's behaviour, but Aaron arrives and backs up Adam's story.

Adam is unnerved to see a fire investigation vehicle parked up at the garage. Soon afterwards, Aaron finds Adam and is shocked to see that he's in a bad state with a bottle of vodka. Aaron encourages Adam to face his fears, promising that he'll help him through it. Eventually, Adam returns home and Moira does her best to reassure him that everything's going to be okay.

Ashley is forced to leave Sandy at home looking after Gabby while he visits a parishioner. Sandy and Gabby enjoy themselves painting festive Easter eggs, until Sandy absent-mindedly leaves a tap running.

As Sandy offers to help with the household chores, Laurel sees the terrible bruising on his wrist and suggests that he should go to hospital. Ashley is quick to offer to take him. Rachel witnesses Ashley trying to bundle Sandy into the car and voices her concerns to Ruby, who tells her to stop interfering.

Sandy is taken aback when Gabby regurgitates what Ashley said to her about his fall being an accident. Edna later visits Sandy and is concerned about his injury.

Ashley doesn't want Laurel to say anything to Rachel, but she can't help herself and goes looking for her. Ashley then sits at home feeling anxious, wondering whether it was Sandy who called social services. He feels guilty as he tries to convince himself and Sandy that he's done nothing wrong.

Ashley is worried when he realises that Sandy is not at home, but Laurel reassures him that Diane has just taken him for a drive. At the same time, Rachel is frustrated as she telephones social services and they can't tell her anything about their visit to Sandy yesterday.

The police arrive in the village to ask Cain more questions about the garage fire, now suspecting that it could have been an insurance job. Once the police have left, Debbie stresses that the garage has been deliberately targeted and is worried about their safety. Cain is then forced to tell a shocked Debbie and Cameron the truth.

Aaron is questioned by the police at the station and they warn him about the severity of the situation. However, DI Fletcher seems suspicious of Aaron's story. At the same time, Adam is unaware of what Aaron is up to until Holly lets it slip.

Aaron makes a phone call to Ed, before telling Chas that he torched the garage and he's already confessed to the police. Chas is angry, but becomes confused by his calmness and determination when Aaron asks her to trust him.

Dressed in his suit on his day in court, Aaron visits Chas at The Woolpack and tells her that it would be best if she stayed at home. However, Chas knows something is amiss and decides to go. Cameron offers to attend court with her, but Cain doesn't trust him not to say anything stupid, so insists he will go along too.

Adam contemplates losing his best friend as Paddy struggles to stay strong. Chas is reduced to tears as she is forced to say goodbye to Aaron in heartbreaking circumstances. Meanwhile, Brenda calls round to Pollard's to collect her coat and offers to help clean the B&B. David gives his dad a disapproving look, knowing what he's been up to. However, Pollard ushers David out as he enjoys a drink with Brenda. After coming downstairs, Brenda suggests a drink at The Woolpack, but Pollard wants to keep things quiet. Brenda agrees that keeping it a secret might be fun. Elsewhere, a guilty Sean offers to help Ali learn to read.

Cameron tries to support Chas and tells her that he's there for her. Soon afterwards, Chas is wound up by Rachel as she makes jibes about Aaron and Lisa steps in, steering Chas into the back. Later, Cameron apologises to Chas for the situation, but she tells him that he's the only one who got it right.

Zak is feeling the pressure when Lisa mentions the importance of supporting Chas now that Aaron is gone. The stress heightens when Debbie then suggests that he could help her fix up the burnt-out garage. Zak is close to breaking point as he escapes to the gents at The Woolpack, and he collapses on his way back into the pub.

Rachel is confused when Ashley has a go at her in the street about spreading gossip. Back home, Sandy is shaken when an enraged Ashley questions him about what he's been saying to Edna and Rachel. Ashley then viciously grabs Sandy's wrist, hurting him. Ashley soon becomes emotional as he checks his father's wrist for damage and blames Sandy for making things so difficult.

Laurel sees Sandy holding his wrist and Ashley is quick to help him, feeling awkward and struggling to look him in the eye. Soon afterwards, Sandy calls social services, unaware that Ashley has walked in behind him.

Cameron thinks that Chas and Luke spent the night together and is distracted at the surgery as Debbie has her midwife appointment. It's all too real for Cameron when they discover that Debbie's having a boy. However, Chas tells Charity that she actually sent Luke home. Cameron can barely hide his smile when he discovers that Chas didn't sleep with Luke, but is jealous when Luke reappears and approaches Chas.

Chas and Cameron kiss passionately in The Woolpack's cellar, tearing at each other's clothes. Afterwards they are consumed with guilt as they get dressed and quickly agree a cover story about changing the barrel. Back in the bar, Cameron feels guilty when Debbie insists that she owes him and never meant to take him for granted.

Cameron plays the doting boyfriend with Debbie, but his mind is still on Chas. Debbie then heads off on a shopping trip with Charity, leaving Cameron looking after Sarah. Chas sees that he has a plan.

Brenda is intrigued when Bob drives off without saying where he's going. At the same time, Jimmy is behaving strangely, so Carl tries to find out what's going on.

Jai and Nikhil are horrified when Gennie takes a call from a client who has received the wrong chocolates. As the fiasco escalates, Jai and Nikhil warn the factory staff that they'll get to the bottom of it. Ali and Lisa panic over whether they should come clean, but Lisa feels she has no choice but to admit that she left Ali in charge so she could collect Samson.

Laurel and Ashley get Sandy ready for his visit to the care home. However, Laurel is stunned when Gabby mentions the time that Ashley pushed Sandy over. Laurel questions Gabby, but she clams up when Ashley comes in - leaving Laurel in turmoil. At the care home, Laurel gets Sandy alone, but he is too uncomfortable to tell her what's been going on. Laurel can tell that he's hiding something, and Ashley is concerned when he sees them talking.

Laurel continues to plead with Sandy to confide in her, but he's adamant that there's nothing to tell. Soon afterwards, Laurel visits Rachel to find out what she said to social services about Sandy.

A panicked Laurel rushes to Sandy, screaming at Ashley to keep away. Disgusted with himself, Ashley runs from the house. Laurel tends to Sandy and asks him how many times this has happened. Sandy tearfully admits this was the first time Ashley actually hit him. Laurel then vows to look after Sandy and takes him round to Edna's house while she goes to find Ashley.

As a new day dawns in the village, Edna is anxious and wants to help Sandy, telling him that she's his friend. She's shocked when she discovers that Ashley has hurt Sandy. Later, Laurel returns home to Mulberry Cottage and tells Ashley that if he stays, he can't be left alone with his dad or the kids.

Zak is preoccupied as he fixes some fencing, and becomes irked when he thinks that Lisa is hassling him. At the factory, Ali is back at work and apologises to Lisa, but she is distracted as she is worrying about Zak.

Laurel remains wary of Ashley, not wanting him around the kids or Sandy. Ashley takes the hint to leave as Laurel heads out, promising Sandy that she won't be long. Ashley goes to the café to work, but Edna arrives and is in no mood to talk to him. Laurel is awkward as she tells Bob that Sandy is unwell, and Rachel is suspicious when she overhears the conversation. Rachel visits Sandy and when she sees his bruise, she accuses Laurel of covering things up.

Laurel struggles to cope as she tells Ashley that they need to start acting normally to stop people talking, but she explains that she still can't leave him alone with his dad.

Diane is shocked to see Sandy's injury, and Laurel knows Diane is right when she insists that they can't make it go away themselves and the situation has to be dealt with properly. Later, Ashley is dressed for church but is worried about who'll be there.

Ashley arrives at the pub, announcing to everyone that he's done something terrible and they all need to know. Ashley then openly admits to hitting Sandy. Nicola takes Gabby out and heads off to warn Laurel about what Ashley is doing. Soon afterwards, back at the cottage, Ashley is devastated as he tries to talk to Gabby and sees that she's scared of him after what she heard in the pub.

Ashley has spent the night in the church but receives some support from Rodney, who offers to cook him breakfast. Soon afterwards, Laurel returns to work and is dismayed to discover that everyone knows about her and Marlon following Ashley's announcement. Marlon visits her at work to see if she's okay and they both blame themselves for the situation.

Laurel is stressed as she is on the phone to the police, trying to find out what is happening with Ashley. Sandy is annoyed that Edna got the police involved, insisting that he won't testify against Ashley. Later, Rodney is surprised when he sees that Ashley is back in the village. Ashley explains that he received a caution, but is clearly terrified by what the future holds.

Chas shows Cameron through to the back room at The Woolpack, and he is desperate to hear her thoughts on leaving Debbie. Chas is terrified over the prospect, questioning how it would work in reality. Although it's clear she is tempted, Chas tells Cameron that her answer is no at the moment.

Zak warns Lisa that he doesn't want her with him for his hospital appointment. Lisa is worried as Zak seems more preoccupied by the health of his chickens than his own. Soon afterwards, Sam is annoyed when Zak hasn't turned up at Home Farm and grumbles to Lisa.

Zak heads to the hospital alone, where Doctor Maude tells him the test results are all fine and there's nothing to worry about. Zak insists that he must be sick, and Dr Maude calls security when he becomes aggressive. The doctor suggests that Zak would benefit from some counselling, but he leaves in turmoil.

Zak is defensive as Lisa questions him about what the consultant said. He knows that he's gone too far with the deception to back out now, so he lies that the cancer has spread to his glands. Zak is relieved to escape more questions when Paddy comes to look at the chickens. Zak heads out, leaving Lisa to tell Paddy the bad news about his cancer.

The guilt begins to get too much for Chas as Debbie asks her to take some clothes to the hospital for Sarah. As Debbie goes to speak to the doctor, Chas battles her emotions as Sarah reveals that Cameron has promised to take her to Disney World when she is better. At the same time, Cain asks Cameron why he wasn't with Debbie and Sarah yesterday.

Declan meets his private investigator and is intrigued to be told of Robbie's whereabouts. The investigator goes on to explain that Robbie's 'mother' died five months ago, and Declan wonders what to do next.

Zak has headed out alone to Seth's hide to gather his thoughts. At the same time, Lisa breaks down as she tells Belle and Debbie that Zak has cancer and she doesn't know where he is. Soon afterwards, Sam finds Zak but struggles to convince him to come home. Sam explains that Belle now knows about the cancer, but Zak lashes out at him - shoving him to the ground before running away. Soon afterwards, Zak arrives at Belle's school.

Zak is bewildered and delirious as he stumbles across the moor, arguing out loud with Ned about Butch. At the same time, Debbie is disgusted with Cain as he refuses to help look for Zak, while Declan allows Sam some time off work given the circumstances. Soon afterwards, Zak wakes up alone on the moor and calls for his family. He finds a wad of cash in his pocket, but panics about others getting hold of it and hurries away.

There is still no news on Zak, and Lisa is angry that he lied about the cancer. At the same time, Zak is still on the moors having an imaginary conversation with Butch and Shadrach. Back in the village, Cameron and Debbie are disgusted with Cain's attitude towards Zak when Cain thinks that Debbie should be resting rather than helping the family.

On the moors, Zak is frantic as he continues to talk to an imaginary Butch and Shadrach. He is dangerously close to falling as Cain watches. Cain plays along with Zak's imaginary conversations and manages to get him to step away.

With Zak being cared for, Debbie and Lisa attempt to find out more from Cain about what happened up on the moors. When Cain is evasive, Debbie thinks he's hiding something. As Cain leaves, Debbie is angry and confused until Lisa is forced to confess that it was Zak who attacked Cain before Christmas.

Lizzie visits Lisa, but Lisa is quick to get her out of the house and lies about Zak, telling her that he could have concussion. Later at the factory, Lisa makes a scene when she thinks that everybody is gossiping about Zak's condition.

Ali is fuming when she discovers that Dan has got a job at the factory. After speaking to Jai and Nikhil, she's even more annoyed when they refuse to get rid of him. Later, Ali finds Dan in the café with Sean and the former couple begin to argue as the teenager is meant to be at school.

Ruby tries to sort things out with Sean, but Dan notices that he is upset and leads his son away. Ruby is annoyed at being misjudged, but Sean cannot see a way out of this situation - so he blurts out that Ruby tried to kiss him. Furious, Dan then marches Sean over to Ali and the teenager continues to lie.

Katie and Declan are taken aback when Megan tells them that she posted a letter through Robbie's door. Declan attempts to reassure Megan that she has done the right thing. Later in a meeting, Nicola interrupts to tell Megan that she has a visitor - it's Robbie.

Megan tells Robbie that she wants more time to talk with him, so he agrees as he is curious. Robbie questions Megan about her reasons for not keeping him, and once he has the information from her, he attempts to leave until Declan stops him.

Declan decides to take time out to see Robbie behind Megan's back, even though Katie fears it will make things worse. Declan turns up at Robbie's house and explains how he pushed Megan into meeting him. Declan tries to convince Robbie that Megan cares and confides how he felt about losing Mia.

Megan is annoyed when Declan doesn't show up for a meeting and Katie reluctantly offers to help out. At the same time, Declan is at Robbie's when the landlord arrives. Robbie argues with the landlord as he has been seeing the man's girlfriend behind his back.

Belle is upset as she thinks that the ban on visiting hospital is Lisa's decision. At the café, Belle pours her heart out to Sean, but he's preoccupied with looking at Ruby.

Robbie pays a visit to Home Farm as he wants a favour. Declan is straight to the point as he asks Robbie how much money he needs, but Robbie explains that he needs Declan to be guarantor for a loan. Declan surprises Robbie by signing the paperwork. Katie cannot believe that Declan has given his signature and is shocked further when Declan offers Robbie a room if things with this flat don't work out.

Brenda corners Gennie and Nikhil in the café about having a meal with her, Eric and Amy. At the same time, Val arrives at The Woolpack - oblivious to what has been going on between Eric and Brenda. She tells Chas and Cameron that she is back for good.

Brenda, Nikhil and Gennie are awkward as Eric and Val argue. Eric reminds Val how she emptied their bank account and makes it clear that she cannot just come and go as she pleases.

Brenda is devastated that Eric hasn't been in touch since Val returned, presuming he is back with her. At the barn, Amy is cold towards Val and snubs her attempts to apologise.

Brenda is excited when Pollard tells her they are going on holiday to Cornwall today. However, Val is seething as she is being left to run things on her own. Amy helps out by offering to miss out on the holiday and keep an eye on things at the B&B.

In the court interview room, Alicia is terrified at the thought of the judge looking at her file. Over at the shop, David is dressed for court but is annoyed at Amy for allowing Jacob the day off school. He agrees to Amy and Victoria looking after the youngster, but this doesn't go down well with Val.

David suggests that Alicia should apologise to Val in the hope that she will drop the charges. Later in The Woolpack, Val is surprised that Alicia still has her bar job, giving Chas an ultimatum that one of them has to leave.

At the B&B, Val is hostile towards Ashley until he highlights the fact he is a paying customer and she changes her tune. When Rodney informs Laurel about Ashley moving to the B&B, she worries about the cost - but Nicola tells her that it's not her problem.

Victoria and Alex delight in telling Laurel that Ashley is working in a burger bar. Deciding to confront him, Laurel arrives at the restaurant just in time to see Gareth laying into Ashley for stealing burger buns before sacking him on the spot.

Debbie is annoyed with Cain for refusing to see Zak and tells Cameron that she will visit him instead. Cameron is thrown by this and tells Cain, who warns Debbie about the state Zak had been in while on the moors.

Alicia arranges to meet Justin in The Woolpack at the Jubilee party. She is disappointed when he arrives with Talia, but pulls Justin to one side and tells him that she hit Val and she could be sent to prison. Justin is hurt when she explains that she thinks Jacob will be better off living with David.

Zak tells Lisa it's good to see her as she collects him from the hospital. They drive home, but Zak notices she is taking all the back roads. Lisa admits that she thought Zak would prefer not to face people quite yet. Zak realises it's Lisa who isn't ready to face people, but agrees she is right.

Nikhil senses there is something wrong when Gennie snaps at him at the factory, but he decides to keep quiet as he never says anything right. Later at The Woolpack, Gennie snaps at Nikhil again for putting his foot in it with Zak.

Lisa is frantic as she continues to look for Zak. Lisa and Lizzie then arrive at the Dingle cottage to find the front door open and the discarded money pot. Realising it's empty, Lisa automatically thinks Zak has made off with the cash.

The police take Zak into the hospital, where Doctor Makin notes that he hasn't been taking his medication. When Zak starts rambling about his money being stolen and that there is more buried in the garden, Doctor Makin realises Zak is in a bad way.

Ashley is awkward as Brenda asks if he will be staying the night at the B&B. He admits that he hasn't been paid yet so isn't sure. Later, Ashley has a meeting at the job centre, where the advisor asks about his previous job.

Ashley wakes up after an uncomfortable night on the church floor. Edna arrives and almost catches him, and Ashley is awkward as he attempts to hide the fact that he slept there. O

Chas and Cameron are enjoying their time in a hotel room, but Cameron suggests they should venture out as a real couple in public. At the same time, Cain receives a phone call from Cameron's son asking for his dad, and Cain realises that Cameron is not in Jersey.

In the hotel room, Chas worries that Cain knows about her affair, but Cameron attempts to reassure her that he will sort it. The pair soon return to the Emmerdale, and Cain quizzes Cameron about his weekend in Jersey.

David urges Jacob to tell Alicia that he doesn't like Talia, but the youngster refuses. David shares this information with Alicia himself, advising her to calmly explain this to Justin and make him realise that Jacob wants to stay in Emmerdale.

David discusses the fake marriage idea with Alicia, but she wishes he knew how she felt about him. Eric is exasperated when he hears of their plans, warning David that he will be left with nothing if he marries Alicia.

Alicia insists to David that they should tell Jacob the truth about their wedding, but David disagrees. Amy questions the pair about their marriage plans and is sceptical of their answers, but decides to be happy for them.

Chas feels guilty as Debbie explains how happy she is with Cameron and how they have both agreed it feels like they have fallen in love all over again. Soon afterwards, Chas questions Cameron about how good his relationship with Debbie is, and she is furious when he tells her that he can't just switch off the feelings he has for Debbie.

Gennie reels as Chas and Cameron try to explain themselves. The cheating pair then panic when Gennie says that Debbie is on her way over. Mid-conversation, Debbie arrives and they all cover. Chas and Cameron then make a quick exit, frantically trying to pull themselves together.

Chas visits Cameron at the garage and suggests they should go somewhere to talk. However, Debbie suddenly arrives with Sarah, forcing Chas to cover. Later in The Woolpack, Chas is shaken when Gennie storms in, furious that Chas has told Charity about her being pregnant.

Cameron snaps at Debbie when she tells him that there is something wrong with Gennie, advising her to stay out of it. Later, Cameron thanks Gennie for not telling Debbie about the affair, promising it is now over. However, Gennie is angered by his words, declaring that she has done it for Debbie and Chas, not for him.

Charity is shocked that Nikhil hasn't been to see Gennie after she informed him of the pregnancy. She pushes him to sort things out with her. At the same time, Gennie tells Chas that Nikhil has decided they should take a break, and she worries about how she will cope with being a single parent.

Rishi has spent the night on the sofa in the back room of The Woolpack and offers support to Val over Amy, who is celebrating her 18th birthday today.

Jai is still behaving coldly towards Charity following the recent problems between them. Soon afterwards, Georgia arrives unannounced and Charity quickly tells her that Gennie is pregnant, hoping that Georgia won't say why she has turned up.

Jai and Charity remain on bad terms following yesterday's row. In the factory, everyone gathers to look at Gennie's scan picture and Rishi insists they should go for a team drink. In The Woolpack, Charity arrives and attempts to speak to Jai, but he leaves her brooding.

At the factory, Rachel unsuccessfully attempts to leave without waking Jai. Both are mortified over what they have done. In denial, Jai warns Rachel that it never happened. Back at home, Charity is angry that Jai didn't come home last night and storms out when he turns up, not wanting to hear his excuses.

Ashley has spent the night at the cricket pavilion and feels more desperate then ever as he swipes a sandwich from David's shop. Later, outside the church, Ashley spots Laurel with Gabby heading for the school trip.

Rodney and Edna are worried after having no luck finding Ashley. When Rodney continues the search, he eventually finds the ex-vicar rummaging in a bin. Rodney is horrified at what his friend has become.

Cain notices that Gennie is furious with Cameron. When Cain asks her for an explanation, Gennie covers by saying that she just doesn't like him - but Cain is not convinced. Later, Cameron is making the final preparations to flee the village today, but Cain can sense that he is up to something.

Cain calls an ambulance while Cameron tells Debbie not to move. The two men silently fume at each other. As Debbie is rushed to hospital, Chas is impatient waiting for Cameron to turn up. When she arrives at Tug Ghyll, a frantic Andy tells her what has happened to Debbie.

After the scan, Debbie is still worried despite being told that the baby is fine. At the same time, Chas is in pieces, guilty as she insists to Cain that Cameron loves Debbie.

After rounding people up to look for Ashley, Marlon puts his feelings for Laurel aside and reassures her they will find him. In Hotten, Ashley sees the homeless pair who stole his phone. He begs desperately for them to give it back, but they refuse and mock him. Suddenly, Marlon appears and steps in to defend Ashley.

Alicia attempts to explain her feelings to David, but is gutted when he tells her that he has never thought about her in that way. Later, as Alicia prepares for her appearance in court, the pressure is too much for them both.

Lisa is worried after receiving a phone call from Zak, who tells her that he is coming home. As Zak is reunited with his family, he is desperate to show Lisa and Sam that he is on the mend. He passes Lisa his medication, saying she should look after it.

Zak is alarmed after reading a hand delivered letter. When Lisa and Sam leave for work, he grabs a shovel and heads out with his van keys. He arrives at the moorland and begins to dig, telling walkers that he is looking for something he buried.

Zak heads off in his van, unaware that Belle has hidden herself inside after sensing that something is wrong with her father. Zak then pulls into a barn, where he has arranged to meet the loan sharks. The men lose their patience as Zak tells them that he doesn't have any money after all and they should do their worst on him, offering himself up as a sacrifice. Belle watches aghast from inside the van, terrified.

Charity calls Cain as she drives off with Lisa. She pleads with Cain to help find and save Zak, but Cain cancels the call and turns off his phone. Soon afterwards, Charity surprises the loan sharks as she suddenly appears, skidding the car to a halt outside the barn. She threatens the men that she will tell the police they have hurt Belle.

Lisa tells Lizzie that she doesn't know if she can forgive Zak for putting Belle in such danger. She adds that he isn't her Zak anymore and that he should have stayed in hospital. When Lizzie asks if she still loves Zak, it's clear that Lisa is unsure.

Paddy is in turmoil as he works himself up to make the phone call to accept the job in New Zealand. After Paddy does so, he and Rhona are excited, but are quickly brought back to reality with the thought of breaking the news to Marlon.

Paddy is all set on leaving for New Zealand regardless of Marlon's complaints. However, Pearl is upset to hear of Paddy and Rhona's plans and makes things awkward by asking Marlon why he hasn't stopped them.

Amy and Victoria head into Hotten for Amy's belated birthday celebrations. Victoria is fed up with Alex, while Amy is determined that they are going to have a great night out.

Val is suspicious over Amy's swollen lip. Guessing there is more to it, Val reminds Amy that she is there for her. Soon afterwards, Val tricks Victoria into revealing everything about the confrontation at the pub. Later, Val confronts Amy, explaining that she and Eric will support her whatever happens.

Val barges over to see Eric, who is aghast as Val relays the news about Kerry. Both worry about whether they should tell Amy that her mum tried to visit.

Marlon is confused and angry that Laurel has not said this before. Marlon explains that he can't cope with the heartache again, or to be her plan B just because it has gone wrong with Ashley. Soon afterwards, Marlon opens up to Chas about what has just happened.

Marlon is still confused over whether to stay behind with Laurel or leave for New Zealand with his son Leo. Laurel heads to see Marlon, reminding him that she wants them to be a proper couple and a family. Later, Marlon sees Leo and as he holds his son in his arms, he is aware of the enormity of the decision. Paddy and Rhona start to suspect that Marlon is wobbling about joining them in New Zealand and Paddy tries to get the truth, but Marlon is evasive.

Debbie is confused when Cameron suggests they should go out for lunch. Later, when Cameron realises that Debbie is too busy to take a lunch break, he seizes the moment and gets down on one knee at the garage to propose. However, Debbie feels awkward over the sudden proposal and asks for time to think.

A flustered Rachel has made the decision that she wants a termination. Ali offers to accompany her to the doctors, but Rachel wants to go alone. Later, Jai is forced to step in when Charity tears a strip off Rachel for being late to work. Rachel gives as good as she gets to Charity and storms out of the factory.

Rachel struggles to keep it together as she tries to convince herself that a termination is the right decision. At the same time, Nikhil and Gennie's baby talk proves too much for Jai, who snaps at them. Soon afterwards, Jai secretly gives Rachel the money for the termination, while Nikhil eventually apologises to his brother for going on about his baby.

It's the day of Rachel's termination and she is on edge. Ali points out that she doesn't have to go through with it, but Rachel is determined it's what she has to do. At the same time, Charity is preparing for the family barbecue at Holdgate Farm, but a distracted Jai returns empty-handed without the meat he was supposed to buy.

Rachel reminds Jai that once they keep the baby, there would be no going back. Rachel is torn as Jai leaves her to face the biggest decision of her life. Later, Ali finds Rachel in tears, admitting that she hasn't gone through with the termination. At the same time, Charity is on the warpath over Jai's attitude after he vanished from their planned barbecue day. Jai tries to explain, but realises he has a lot of making up to do with both her and Noah.

Rishi advises Jai to sort things with Charity before it's too late, but he is not entirely reassured by his son. At the factory, Rachel tells Jai that she is not going back on her word and they agree to meet to talk. Later, safely outside the perimeter of the village, Jai and Rachel meet to talk through the options.

Jimmy and Carl argue about the business, unhappy to have lost an important contract with Gorwell's when Robbie missed a crucial delivery. They have also been turned down by Nikhil after offering to take on the Sharma driving work. After resolving to do something about it, Jimmy bluffs as he hints to Charity about the business, attempting to get her to reconsider.

Moira prepares for a meeting with Jeff, a potential new client. Alex is increasingly attracted to Moira, saying that she will knock Jeff dead. He then starts to feel jealous as Jeff enjoys Moira's company. Jeff is impressed but is not sure the farm has the required capacity, but Alex stands up for Moira by making an impassioned plea for him to take the business seriously.

Amy is unimpressed when Brenda tries to give her advice on Kerry, as she is determined to put her mum behind her. Soon afterwards, Brenda answers the phone in the B&B to one of Kerry's friends, telling Amy that it sounded serious.

Amy is confused about what Val wants her to do about Kerry and Brenda realises that she can't win as she tries to help. Amy is torn when David tries to make her see that this could be her last chance to make things up with Kerry. At the same time, Brenda is hurt as Val and Eric continue to grow closer over the situation with Amy.

Kerry tries to explain herself to Amy. At the same time, Eric reassures Val that Amy will still want her even if she makes it up with Kerry. He is surprised but grateful when Val apologises about everything and says that she hopes Eric might have made a mistake by getting with Brenda. Amy is conflicted as Kerry says that she wants to make things right.

An uneasy Amy begins to spend some time with Kerry. When Kerry wants to go to the pub, Amy agrees. Inside The Woolpack, a torn Amy defends herself to Victoria, explaining that Kerry is her mum and she doesn't know when or if she'll see her again. Kerry is awkward when Amy questions her drinking, swiftly ordering a cola instead.

Paddy is convinced Marlon has a surprise planned for his stag do, but is guilty when Marlon puts him straight. He hasn't given it much thought, as he is spending as much time as possible with his son. Marlon explains Paddy and Rhona's stag and hen party are in the same place at the same time. Paddy makes light of this, but Marlon is too upset to joke with him.

Rachel is furious with Jai realising he hasn't told Charity the situation. He apologises, but explains he cannot lose Charity. Later, Rachel is gobsmacked when Jai tells her he will pay for her to live in a posh flat in Leeds. Rachel is adamant she is proud of her baby and will not be hidden away, but Jai insists he just wants what is best for his child and doesn't want Rachel struggling to pay the bills.

Charity explains to Carl and Jimmy that she and Rishi have won the Strikes contract the Kings so desperately needed. Jimmy makes the point that they don't have any haulage but Charity is quick to shoot him down, explaining that Rishi has the funds to combat that issue. Jimmy quickly realises Charity is serious and looks to Carl for help.

Paddy spends the night at the Dingles. He is down about Marlon not being his best man, but agrees when Chas offers to take it on. Marlon receives news from his solicitor that he can stop Paddy and Rhona from taking Leo to New Zealand. He contemplates his next move and Laurel urges him to go to the wedding.

As Paddy and Rhona take their vows, Paddy interrupts, insisting Marlon should be up there with them. Paddy and Rhona are pronounced husband and wife and Paddy cannot thank Marlon enough for being there. However, Rhona wants the day to be about them and not Marlon.

Moira enjoys the attention from Alex as she announces they have got the restaurant contract. Later, Alex and Moira laugh as she teases him. Alex is embarrassed when Andy arrives and announces Alex has finished things with Victoria.

Alex is awkward around Moira, although Andy assumes he is just avoiding work. Moira then steps in to defend Alex when Andy complains about his apparent lack of motivation. Later, Moira returns home from the pub to a highly charged atmosphere between herself and Alex.

Paddy is still furious over Marlon, refusing to let him mess up their lives. However, Rhona thinks they should get confirmation first that Marlon and Laurel really are together. Rhona urges Paddy to follow Marlon outside, and Paddy is suspicious when he sees an exchange between Marlon and Laurel.

As the wedding party discusses plans for the big day, Marlon pretends that Chas needs his help and escapes, but Laurel discovers his deceit; and a grief-stricken Ross kisses Debbie.

Ross's grief turns to fury when Pete reaches out to him; Laurel opens up to Ashley; and Andy is pleased when Katie talks about them growing old together - giving him an idea

Victoria warns Andy he is making a mistake proposing to Katie; Sean tries one last time to bring his dad and Kerry back together before he leaves for the Army, but with emotions getting the better of Dan and Ali, his efforts look set to fail; Declan decides Megan has outstayed her welcome; and Pete refuses to hear Debbie out

Robbie makes a shocking discovery about Charity when he uses her sat-nav; and Dan and Ali struggle with their guilt.

Megan shows Declan the evidence, insisting Charity aborted their baby; Robbie asks Chas about the termination; Vanessa and Kirin risk being caught together; and Katie reassures Andy that Robert shouldn't be a problem.

Robbie and Megan are determined to find further evidence against Charity, with Robbie enlisting the help of Tracy; and Vanessa struggles with her feelings for Kirin when she sees him with another woman.

Following Robbie's arrest for breaking into the abortion clinic, Declan wonders if there is any truth to Megan's accusation, and Charity knows she must think quick to throw her husband off the scent; Priya stirs up trouble for Kirin and Vanessa; and Jimmy plays Nicola at her own game.

Declan asks Charity to accompany him to the abortion clinic to dispel his doubts; Laurel has growing concerns about Marlon; and Sam receives a worrying credit card statement.

Bride-to-be Laurel slips away from her hen party, followed by Ashley, and tells him her concerns - before drunkenly trying to kiss him; and Debbie is left reeling by Charity's request for help.

With Marlon and Laurel in turmoil on their wedding day, Doug tells Nicola what he overheard in the pub toilets, but she urges him to avoid spoiling the occasion; and Charity fears what Declan will do if he learns the truth.

Just as the service is about to start, Marlon and Laurel realise they have a lot of talking to do and head home in an attempt to work things out; and Debbie prepares to make Declan believe she was the one who had the termination.

Megan is stunned by how things have turned out, but Charity cannot abide her sister-in-law and sets about taking revenge, and Ruby is curious about the tension between Ali and Kerry.

Megan and Jai find evidence against Charity and go to Home Farm to tell Declan; Paddy and Chas worry about Aaron's state of mind; and Debbie asks Pete to move in.

Pete is shocked when Megan confronts Debbie publicly in The Woolpack about aborting his baby, and to make matters worse, Debbie can't deny it without betraying Charity; a secret from Edna's past is revealed when she visits Aaron in prison ahead of his sentencing; and Jimmy tries to put Nicola off the idea of them joining a gym together.

Aaron puts on a brave face as his day in court arrives; Cain is determined to get to the bottom of Pete and Debbie's argument; Declan blames stress when Charity falls ill; and Jai prepares to dump Megan.

Noah meets Jacob and takes a few swigs from a bottle of wine stolen from Home Farm, before collapsing; and Aaron wakes up hung-over and regretful about his night with Finn.

At the hospital, Noah's account of seeing Megan with the bottle of wine appears extremely incriminating; Aaron does his best to ignore Ross, who is determined to cause trouble; and Alicia plays Cupid for Leyla.

When the police reveal they found pesticide in the wine Noah drank, Charity is certain Megan is responsible; Ross leaves the village; and Priya is horrified to discover Leyla's new love interest is Jai.

Megan tries to protest her innocence at the police station; Declan suggests a cottage break to Charity; and Priya confronts Jai and Leyla about their affair.

Declan sinisterly watches over Charity as she sleeps at the cottage. Jai arrives at Debbie's to see Noah. Moira worries as Adam tries to be as upbeat as possible. Marlon is suspicious.

Declan sets his plan in motion. Moira continues to fret about Adam. Doug is invited to a give a talk at a gardening exhibition as a guest speaker. He offers to take Diane along but she declines.

Charity lies motionless on the floor in a pool of blood as Declan drops to his knees and checks for a pulse before dashing out the room. Megan finds a booking confirmation for a cottage she and Declan used to go to as kids on his laptop and rushes off with Robbie.

Declan makes it clear to Charity that he intends to kill her. Noah surprises Jai when he arrives at the factory asking if Megan tried to poison him.

Megan stands alone at Kilbeck Water, eagerly watching the police divers start searching for Robbie and Declan. Charity and Debbie are both safe back at Emmerdale as news that Robbie and Declan are suspected to be dead travels.

A petrified Charity has had Lisa stay the night with her at Home Farm and asks Sam to keep checking the grounds. Nicola is surprised. Megan struggles to accept that Robbie's dead having only known him for two years.

Jimmy has spent the night on Bob, Brenda and Rodney's couch. He tries to collar Nicola as she leaves the café but she ignores him. Laurel tells Doug that she's just heard from Hilary and she's getting engaged to Alberto

Edna gets a shock when Lawrence arrives in the village to see her. Pete reluctantly takes Sarah to school when Debbie's car breaks down. Priya's concerned about how many of Rakesh's family will be at the wedding, knowing she's barely met any of them.

Lisa has gone to the doctors' and he refers her for more tests at the chest clinic immediately. He prescribes her a GTN spray. Alicia plans to set Leyla up with Pete. Sandy tries to persuade Edna to abandon her guilt. Lisa covers her trip to the doctors' and arrives back home to greet Belle who arrives home on day release.

Lisa lies outside the factory unable to reach the GTN spray in her bag. Kerry finds her and gets Rishi and Jai to ring an ambulance. She rushes off to break the news to Zak and Belle. Belle panics as the STC Staff Members refuse to let her leave the cottage and take her back to prison.

Lisa discharges herself out of hospital against Dr Wainwright's wishes. Pete has spent the night on Leyla's couch. He apologises for spending all night talking about Debbie. They agree to meet for a coffee later. Debbie is upset as she spots Pete leaving Tug Ghyll. Zak and Sam get a surprise when Lisa arrives home.

Rakesh asks Priya if she'll change her mind about not marrying him if he sorts out the business between Lisa and Jai. She agrees. Jimmy rushes out, avoiding Nicola's attempts to meet him later in the day. Lisa tells Rakesh that she has no intention of going to court. Jimmy meets with Juliette in secret at Home Farm to sign her No Contact form.

Priya avoids her breakfast as Georgia fusses around her with preparations. Charity continues to feel guilty. Leyla warns Rakesh that Jai is planning not to come to the wedding again. Nicola is surprised when Juliette arrives to collect the no contact forms from Jimmy.

Nicola is uneasy as Jimmy receives news that Juliette and Carl are leaving hospital. She worries that he'll go back on his promise to have no contact. Priya sneaks out of Victoria Cottage after having secretly spent the night with Rakesh. Jai tiptoes around an emotional Megan as she struggles with her grief for Robbie and Declan. Ashley and Harriet move into Brook Cottage.

Megan receives news that Robbie's dad, Simon Beck, won't be attending the funeral. She explains to Jai how Simon didn't want anything to do with Robbie, causing her to lie that his dad was dead. Moira and Cain are back at Butler's Farm and catch up on the latest goings on from Zak and Finn. Aaron tells Moira that he has a visiting order to see Adam that afternoon to her upset.

The Dingles try to get Declan to tell them what he's done to Charity. He prevents Chas from calling the police as he tells Sam he has knowledge of why Rachel left the village. Moira worries to James about not being invited to visit Adam. Declan admits he was responsible for starting the fire at Home Farm, not Rachel.

Charity sleeps in a chair at Home Farm clutching a baseball bat. Ruby tells Bob about Declan and Charity's blackmailing of Rachel and explains that Rachel could come home how if anyone knew where she was. Zak leaves Charity a message at Home Farm on behalf of Sam saying she can stuff her job and warns her to steer clear of them.

Charity wakes and finds herself chained and locked in a storage container. DI Bails arrives in the village looking for her. Rakesh tells Priya he wants to see her again but she makes excuses. Moira's upset as she receives a call from prison saying Adam has been involved in another altercation and one of his fingers may be broken.

Charity is in despair as the chains begin to cut into her ankles and she runs out of water. Katie is surprised when she finds out Rakesh is taking Leyla to a lawyer's event as his date. Aaron is disappointed to discover Moira paid Maxine off. Katie lies to Doug that Diane wants to apologise for how she treated him yesterday.

Priya and Rakesh have spent the night together again and arrange to keep seeing each other. Kirin overhears them talking. Charity repeatedly bangs on the storage container for help. Megan's concerned when Jai is distant with her. Debbie worries to Pete that Declan has gotten to Charity. Doug is pleased as his Twitter account continues to grow and proves to be popular in Wales.

Sam anonymously calls an ambulance for Jai. Kirin blackmails Priya into getting Rakesh to give him the money for Amsterdam by letting on he knows about the two of them. Megan and Leyla are shocked as they arrive back at Holdgate Farm to see Jai being stretchered out to an ambulance. Sam arrives at Frampton Wood and hears a distressed Charity talking to herself in the container.

Diane convinces Doug to fight for his vlog. Debbie becomes frustrated at the Dingles lack of progress in finding Charity. Sam refuses to help them search again. Megan and Georgia weep as they await news on Jai. Kerry considers selling Charity's life story to a gossip magazine for £500. Noah expresses his hate for Charity deserting him again.

Alicia warns Leyla to stay away from Jai when she finds out she visited him in hospital. Megan tells Priya she thinks Jai is cheating on her with Leyla. Priya tries to convince her the stress is making her see things that aren't there. Rodney overhears Jimmy on the phone to Juliette about Carl. Priya warns Leyla that Megan suspects her of having an affair with Jai. Sam and Charity row over each other's actions.

Leyla arrives at work to find Megan has changed the locks. Vanessa and Rhona arrive back from their holiday. Kirin rushes off to his driving test. Megan refuses to go to the hospital and tells Priya that she's found out about the affair. Leyla has the locks changed back. Jai is brought out of his coma but Georgia, Rishi and Priya are quietly concerned when his first words are asking after Charity.

Noah persists in giving Charity a hard time. Megan demands the office keys back from Leyla. Noah turns up at Mulberry Cottage telling Debbie he's not staying with Charity anymore. Leyla explains to Katie about her affair with Jai. Katie encourages her to put Jai behind her and fight for her business. Vanessa tells Rhona that her drink with Nigel was a disaster and she still misses Kirin.

Robert Sugden is back in the village and lays flowers on Jack's grave. Moira's irritated when she finds out Cain has offered to let Charity stay longer at the farm. At Wishing Well Cottage, the Dingles are preparing a party for Lisa's return but Zak decides not to tell her about Charity's latest news.

Robert explains to Chrissie who 'Andrew' and 'Katherine' really are. Megan rejects Jai's offer of a loan when he leads her to believe it's money that he would have been using to find Archie. Robert enjoys winding her and Andy up as he and Chrissie look around Home Farm as prospective purchasers.

Andy refuses to work at Home Farm, not wanting to give Robert the satisfaction. Lisa is determined to lose weight before Belle comes home and secretly begins taking her diet pills. Amelia puts a wedding proposal in Ruby's mind to cheer up Ali. Leyla asks to be Katie's wedding planner, but Katie turns her down.

On the day of Ali and Ruby's anniversary, Ruby prepares herself to propose to an unsuspecting Ali. Katie tries to persuade Andy to take the job at Home Farm, believing it to be a step in the right direction. Aaron goes behind Moira's back, telling Cain about Maxine. Laurel and Marlon return from their honeymoon.

Kerry tells Dan that Ali might be pregnant. They both push Ali to take the pregnancy test. Ruby walks in on their conversation and detects an atmosphere. Moira, Aaron and Cain visit Adam in hospital. Moira tells Adam that she's told the prison authorities. He tries to cover his worry. James discovers a dead cow in a field at Butler's Farm. Dan and Ali confess that they slept together as Sean's leaving and that she might be pregnant.

Ruby has spent the night at Connelton View. Exhausted after patrolling the farm all night, Cain and Aaron decide to pay Maxine a visit to tell her that she has picked the wrong family to mess with. Katie tries to get Andy to endorse her plans to move her stables back to Home Farm but he insists he doesn't want her near Robert.

Ruby tells Ali and Amelia that she is leaving for Leeds and doesn't think she'll ever be back. Juliette arrives at Mill Cottage and dumps a crying baby Carl on Jimmy, desperate for some sleep. Cain plans to bring Maxine down once and for all and enlists the help of Ross and Aaron. Finn suspects Ross is planning on leaving the village again and tampers with his car so he can't leave. Kerry is working on Chrissie at the salon when Katie arrives about moving her horses back to Home Farm.

Maxine struggles to appear calm as Charity takes both of their lives in her hands, taking them on a hell drive. Reckless Charity drives dangerously fast, making it clear that she has nothing to lose. Back at the container, Cain makes it clear to Debbie how important it is to get Maxine back in one piece, with Adam's life depending on it. Katie and Robert snipe at each other at the stables.

Nicola is thrown when she sees Jimmy cradling his son and realises that she needs to tell Angel about her little brother. Marlon and Arthur excitedly prepare for their Halloween party, which has fancy dress and decorations. Cain expresses his gratitude to Charity when he discovers that Adam has returned to prison with no problems. Ross breaks the news to Finn that he doesn't think he can stay on long and becomes emotional at the mention of Donna.

Rhona and Vanessa leave Kirin's party the next day, both extremely drunk. Vanessa is pleased when Kirin tells her that his friends all approve of her. Their happiness is quickly shattered however when Rakesh arrives back in time to witness Sandy complaining about the noise lasting all night and vows to punish him.

With April still not sleeping, Laurel suggests to Marlon that they should take her to a specialist to help her with grief, but Marlon denies they need help. Laurel meets Nicola for lunch and discusses her marital problems over a glass of wine, only to be interrupted by a call from April's school. Laurel is pulled away to go and collect her.

Marlon is still furious with Laurel, who insists that she didn't know she was over the limit. She tries to cover her distress as Doug returns. Doug is later concerned that Marlon is neglecting Arthur as he and April prepare for the bonfire party. They clash as Doug tries to discipline April. As the adults squabble, Arthur finds the box of fireworks and takes them outside on his own.

Diane and Victoria make plans for Katie and Andy's engagement party. Lawrence and Robert continue to irritate each other and Lawrence suggests Chrissie gets a pre-nup but she refuses. He reminds her how even Robert's own family don't trust him, but Chrissie still won't listen.

Katie warns off Robert when he suggests that Andy could lose his temper with her. Later Andy and Katie discuss what has gone on, but Katie is thrown when Lawrence makes her an offer - she can have the farm if she colludes in exposing Robert.

Katie has not yet told Andy about Lawrence's offer and is thrown when Lawrence asks her if she's made up her mind yet. Katie knows she has to tell Andy.

Belle is nervous over her first day back at school. Lisa is also worried and tells Laurel how Gabby gave Belle a hard time this morning. Soon afterwards, Lisa is beside herself with worry when she learns that Belle never got to school.

When Belle insists that she is not going back to school, a worried Lisa makes plans to get a home tutor. Marlon gives Belle confidence when he asks her to look after April for him later. Belle is secretly pleased for the opportunity and Lisa feels hopeful. However, when Gabby declares that Belle has threatened to kill her, a shocked Marlon retracts the offer.

Jai praises Priya's work and asks her to stay on longer. However, she feels awkward when Jai insists that she doesn't need Rakesh in her life anymore. Jai also announces that he is treating his family to a thank you meal. Priya invites Rakesh and suggests they could use the opportunity to come clean about their relationship, but Jai is shocked to walk in on them kissing and his animosity towards Rakesh is still apparent.

Jai follows up a lead on his missing son. Debbie tells Lisa that Lachlan gave Belle some grief yesterday, which leaves Lisa worried. Later, Zak confronts Lachlan, unaware that Belle is listening. Nicola comforts Jimmy as he prepares for his vasectomy reversal.

Everyone is shocked to see Jai with Archie and he lies about how Rachel has handed him over. However, Ali suspects that Jai may have done something to Rachel and calls the police. Robert tells everyone that Lawrence was sent to prison for being gay and taunts him for it.

Ali is furious that the police believe Jai and almost gets arrested for her behavior. However, Rakesh sees an article in the paper about a woman's body having been found.

Rakesh tells a determined Ali that she could apply for a child arrangement order to get access to Archie. When Jai confronts Rakesh over Ali, Rakesh has further news for Jai as he's done some digging on the murdered girl.

Ross gives a false alibi to the police, saying Aaron was with him. Aaron reluctantly covers for him but Chas is unconvinced. Later, Pete's drug past returns to haunt him when the police call asking him to come to the station tomorrow. Pete decides to keep his visit from the police a secret from Debbie.

Pete reels to learn that he is being accused of previously selling ecstasy, which resulted in a girl dying. Pete is further shocked when he is arrested for supplying drugs. Meanwhile, Robert drowns his sorrows after learning that Nicola got the job. Ross spots him leaving his car keys behind and swipes them.

Aaron and Ross realise they have no other choice but to go ahead with Robert's raid at Home Farm. Whilst first ensuring that Chrissie and Lachlan are both out for the day, Robert sets Lawrence up. Later, Ross and Aaron arrive at Home Farm wearing balaclavas. Ross whacks Lawrence out unconscious with a baseball bat and then they set about raiding the house, watched by Robert.

Masked raiders Aaron and Ross attempt to disguise their voices as they play the part, blocking Chrissie's exit. Meanwhile, Pete's past and Debbie's lies send Andy raging as he decides that he wants to keep the kids full-time. Elsewhere, the Dingles are on edge following the smashed window and they worry for Belle's welfare. Lisa worries further when Sam tells her that he saw Belle arguing with Lachlan in the café earlier. The Dingles are heartbroken as Belle worries about going to school. Also, Marlon asks Chas for a day off tomorrow, telling her about Laurel's court date.

At Home Farm, Nicola enjoys having authority and taking the upper hand as she insists that she'll sort the insurance out. Robert feels guilty when an upset Chrissie tells him that her mum's engagement ring is missing from the raid.

Chrissie puts on a brave face after the robbery, but Robert feels guilty over her mum's stolen ring. Aaron is relieved to learn that Ross hasn't yet sold the jewellery, but gets angry when Ross is adamant that Chrissie is not getting it back.

Chrissie is rattled when Cain warns her about letting Lachlan go near Belle. Chrissie later finds Lachlan skipping school and tells him about Cain's warning, worrying that he's doing the same as he did before. Chrissie is unconvinced as Lachlan reassures her. Later at the playground, Lachlan joins Belle as she sits alone.

Ashley and Harriet bring Belle home. She is scratched and upset and it appears she has been attacked. Belle's family try to get her to explain what happened, but she becomes distressed and refuses to go to the police.

Belle is living in fear, while Zak and Lisa are worried about who could be doing this to her. Later, Belle's problems exacerbate when Cain gets the wrong end of the stick regarding Lachlan. When Lachlan is found with cans of spray paint, the evidence against him seems to be apparent.

Cain and Moira are both furious when the police arrive at Butler's Farm, wanting to investigate stolen cars. They soon discover that Charity and Ross have been using the farm for their illegal business. Cain storms over to Charity and Ross, warning them to shift the cars.

Debbie is adamant that Pete is not going to prison, suggesting to him this is perhaps Charity's comeuppance. Later, DI Bails tells Pete that he's got until tomorrow to get Charity to confess to arson - and Debbie has a plan.

It's Cain's 40th birthday and he is grumpy, thinking no fuss has been made. What he doesn't know is that Moira is preparing a surprise party. Moira pulls together some surprises for Cain, who is bemused to turn up and find everyone with a mask of his face on. Unfortunately, Moira is nowhere to be seen and when Cain tries to call her, he is alarmed to get through to a nurse who explains that Moira has been run off the road.

A guilty Kirin shakily admits to Rakesh that he drove home drunk last night. He then takes a deep breath before admitting that he might have hit someone and he is concerned it was Moira. Rakesh cannot believe what has happened and is further incensed that Kirin has taken his damaged car to Cain's garage. At the same time, Cain has brought a shaken Moira home and is furious at whoever did this to her. Kirin is chilled to the bone to hear that Cain is out for revenge.

Cain is in a fury as he starts laying into Kirin, and it looks like nothing will stop him from beating him to a pulp. Rakesh sees what is happening and shouts at Cain, threatening to call the police. Knowing Rakesh has the weight of the legal system behind him, Cain snarls before shoving Kirin, telling him that he will be back later. Later, Moira is shocked to learn that it was Kirin who caused her accident, as Vanessa tries to stop her from calling the police.

Cain is pensive to hear Charity that has been charged. He feels protective, wanting to help. Debbie is also now worried about the consequences. At the same time, Moira is concerned that Cain won't let things drop with Kirin. Later Cain visits Rakesh, demanding a deal, as he wants Rakesh to legally represent Charity and uses Kirin as leverage.

Robert is stressed by Chrissie's accusations that Leyla is flirting with him. Feeling frustrated with how things are at home, Robert pulls over at the side of a road in a layby and texts Aaron, telling him that he has broken down.

Robert suddenly has second thoughts about his kiss with Aaron and pushes him away. He then drives off and Aaron is left feeling confused. Back home, Robert is feeling frustrated after his encounter with Aaron and soon he and Chrissie are passionately tearing at each other's clothes.

It's the day of Ali and Ruby's wedding, but things go awry when Ali takes a call from the registry office saying they've cancelled the wedding as the registrar has died. Ruby arrives to find Ali and Dan trying to find another registry office. Harriet takes the plunge by suggesting they still have a blessing from her, but later tells Ali they should just go the full hog and have a proper wedding.

It's the day of the craft fair in the village, so Zak encourages Belle to get involved and enter her picture into the art competition. Chrissie insists that she's not going to let Lachlan out of her sight all day as she brings in his art entry.

Belle seems determined to carry on as normal as her family discuss who might have damaged her painting. She plugs in her headphones and heads out, soon ending up in the woods. Belle then dials the number for her new school and starts shouting abuse, telling the person on the other end that she is never going back to their school.

Zak and Lisa are very worried about Belle and they are horrified to realise that someone has reported her when her youth offenders officer Pamela arrives. Pamela states that she's had a report of Belle going against her licence.

On a mission, Belle watches Edna's house but Harriet spots her and notices her troubled air. Back home, Belle hunts around for a sharp object and when Zak and Lisa return home, she is alarmed that they have arranged for her to speak with a doctor. Belle struggles as she talks to Dr Cavanagh who suggests counselling but Belle remains defiant and refuses to speak to anyone.

Edna is shaken following the burglary, while Alicia and Harriet are suspicious of Belle. Back at Wishing Well Cottage, Zak and Lisa insist Belle still considers counselling, but having burgled Edna, she secretly thinks everything will be alright now. However, she is alarmed when Lachlan sends her an incriminating photo.

Belle feels guilty when she sees how stressed Lisa is about recent events and arranges to meet with Lachlan later. At the cricket pavilion, Belle is prepared to do what is necessary in exchange for the photo and Lachlan is curious to see how far Belle would go.

When Robert learns that Andy has been given Jack's wedding ring, which is going to be melted down into two rings, he storms out in a fury. Aaron tracks down Robert, who climbs into his car and tells him to drive anywhere.

Robert panics when Chrissie suddenly recognises Ross's voice from the robbery and wants to call the police. A desperate Robert tries to calm her, knowing that he has to act fast. When Robert explains that Chrissie knows, Ross vows to drop him in it if she calls the police. Soon Ross and Robert are slugging it out. Meanwhile, an excited Moira arrives home with Adam.

Still bitter that Robert prevented her from reporting Ross to the police, Chrissie has now filled Lawrence in on what has happened. Robert naively hopes he has the situation under control, but things begin to slide when Chrissie returns home from the salon where she was fully filled in on Ross's previous crimes. Chrissie is now certain that Ross was behind their robbery and prepares to call the police.

Robert is uneasy when Lawrence hints that he has his own plans to deal with Ross and soon the Bartons realise something is awry. The local abattoirs are rejecting their business, there is an unannounced inspection at the garage and a tax enquiry occurs. It's clear foul play is at hand. It's Pete who makes the connection that their family is being targeted due to Ross.

Ross returns home to find Lawrence throwing his belongings into a fire, including a picture of Donna. Ross goes to attack Lawrence just as Robert arrives and pulls them apart. When Lawrence finds Ross's phone, it's clear he has hit a nerve. Lawrence smiles - enjoying seeing him sweat. Lawrence passes the phone to Robert, urging him to destroy it, but Robert is conflicted.

At Butler's Farm, the Bartons struggle to undo the damage done by Lawrence. At the same time, Robert is still scheming over how to get Lawrence off Ross's back. Later, Chrissie warns Ross that she will get him one day. Ross seethes and grows tired of Pete as he blames him for their recent trouble.

Jimmy is incredulous as Charity plans to hold their haulage firm Christmas party at Butler's Farm. Moira eventually agrees, though she stipulates some strict ground rules. Unfortunately, Moira quickly regrets her decision when she returns home to an unruly bash. This is the final straw - she wants Charity out.

When Charity spills something over Moira, a fight between the pair breaks out and Moira tells Charity to leave. Cain arrives home from France in the middle of their fight but seems disinterested over the angry scene. Moira is also thrown by Cain's attitude when he admits that his car went missing in Dover. Cain is exhausted at having to deal with Moira and Charity's incessant arguing, but he is adamant that he won't kick Charity out before Christmas.

Kerry finds a sobbing Bernice, who admits that she can't do Katie's hair and make-up for the wedding as she still loves Andy. Bernice's day gets worse when she is forced to cover the bar during Andy's stag do. As the stags gather in fancy dress in The Woolpack, Robert arrives and Andy reluctantly agrees that he can stay - but the brothers don't remain amicable for long and they end up having a fight over Jack and Sarah's graves.

It's Christmas Day and the morning of the wedding. Diane finds Robert at Jack's grave and is left deeply troubled as she worries what he will do next following the recent argument with Andy. Victoria is also stressed, so she leaves Robert a voicemail message warning him to stay away from the ceremony.

Megan has concerns that Jai only wants to marry her for Archie's sake. Later, Jai and Megan are out and are both alarmed when he suddenly sees Josh, the man who sold him Archie. Knowing it is Jai's only possible link to Rachel's whereabouts, Megan wants to do something and takes a photo of Josh's car number plate.

Megan struggles to forget about Rachel. Later, Charity arrives but is stunned when Megan admits to knowing about her kidnapping. Charity sows the seeds of doubt in Megan's mind, explaining how much Jai hurt her and implying he'll do the same to Megan. Meanwhile, Nicola is distracted throughout Bernice's party, aware that something is wrong. Everyone is left worried when Nicola reveals she is bleeding and is rushed to hospital.

Nicola struggles as she hides the truth from Rodney. With Jimmy so excited, she can't bring herself to tell him either. When Nicola finally builds up the courage, Jimmy is left hurt and shocked, but he can see that she blames herself and tries to reassure her. However, Nicola has another bombshell for Jimmy. Meanwhile, it's Belle's first day at the stables and all seems to be going well, until a client leaves when she recognises her.

Belle feels relaxed at the stables, but she panics when she realises that a pill is missing. Samson finds the pill and admits to Lisa and Zak that he has seen Belle with one. Later, Belle panics as Zak throws her remaining pills in the bin, but as everyone celebrates the New Year, a desperate Belle is searching through the rubbish, starting the New Year on a not-so-happy high.

Charity is angry and lays into Jai about his recent attitude towards her. Jai promises to make it up to her, and Rishi hopes that he has seen sense. Worried that Jai's behaviour will give the game away, Rishi pays a visit to Rachel, hoping that she can talk some sense into Jai and stop him ruining what he already has with Charity and Noah.

Jai explains to Rishi that he is terrified Archie could die without him ever having seen him. At the same time, Rachel struggles to keep strong as Archie is still in the incubator and she is restricted to limited contact. Ruby suggests that Rachel could take a break for a few hours, but Rachel doesn't want to leave him. She tells them that she needs some time alone with Archie to clear the way for Jai's secret visit.

The tension in the village is palpable as Charity is about to leave for Chas's trial. Debbie isn't due to give evidence until tomorrow, but she wonders if she should go today.

Charity and Cain are worried about Debbie, who is aggressive as she sets off for court. In the café, Cameron looks like a nervous wreck, totally on edge as he asks Alex to go to court for him and report back on what happens.

Cameron hasn't slept and is a wreck. He snaps at Alex as he is paranoid about giving his evidence and is trying not to freak out. At the same time, over at Mill Cottage, Jimmy is torn between doing the right thing for Chas or his family, as Nicola tells him that he needs to lie in court or he could end up getting sent down himself.

Cameron freezes in court, knowing it's now or never. However, he can't bring himself to confess and instead mouths "I'm sorry" to Chas. The prosecution and defence sum up to the jury and Cameron is convinced that he has sealed Chas's fate, terrified he hasn't done enough.

A paranoid Cameron lurks in the village, regretting his confession. He grabs his confidant as they leave their house, panicked they will go to the police. Cameron says that he'll confess to the authorities himself, but knowing his secret is not safe, he decides to take action. Cameron hits his confidant with a fence post and watches as they slump to the ground unconscious.

Cameron's hostage lies in the van, bound and gagged while Cameron visits Chas. The terrified villager spots a rusty piece of metal and tries to break free from the ropes, but Cameron arrives back. Convincing Cameron to untie the ropes, the villager spots a chance and makes a run for it.

A startled Cameron wakes up in the B&B and remembers that he is living a nightmare as his victim's body lies in the van on Main Street.

Cameron heads to the woods, where he begins digging a hole. Appalled at himself, he then throws the body in and is relieved when the corpse is finally covered. Back at the B&B, Cameron tries to scrub away his guilt in the shower, before heading to see Chas.

Debbie is upbeat as she heads out on a shopping trip with Charity. However, as they drive through the village, Debbie freaks out when she clocks Cameron and decides to drive at him. The car narrowly misses Cameron, and as a huge argument erupts, Debbie blurts out that she still wants Cameron. Back home at Tug Ghyll, Debbie is disgusted with herself and trashes the place in frustration.

Cain is dismayed when he discovers that Debbie nearly ran Cameron over and admitted that she still wants to be with him. At the same time, Cameron claims that his van has been stolen and panics when he is forced to relay his lie to the police that Cain and Debbie might be behind it. Later, the police visit Tug Ghyll to question Debbie and Cain.

Declan panics about Katie as he watches the medical team treat her. He is concerned further when the doctor explains that Katie has got some sort of infection and needs a scan. Soon afterwards, it emerges that Katie has an abscess on her ovary and she needs surgery today.

Katie tells Gennie that she has been given the all clear, as Declan wonders how he's going to burst her bubble. Over at Home Farm, Robbie thinks the news about Katie gives him and Megan the opportunity they need, but Megan wonders where her loyalties lie.

As Moira prepares for her date, Adam is pleased that she is meeting Dom rather than Cain. However, in the café when Dom is distracted, Cain picks up his love rival's motorbike keys and leaves. On hearing his bike engine start up, Dom rushes to the door and can only stare in horror as Cain rides off at speed.