Pauline rounds on Arthur and Mark, Tiffany makes Ricky's life hell, and Nigel gets ready for court.

1209

Gillian Taylforth

Adam Woodyatt

Steve McFadden

Mark Monero

Dilys Laye

Gretchen Franklin

Gemma Bissix

Wendy Richard

Kim Medcalf

Nicola Duffett

Anna Wing

Susan Tully

Lucy Speed

Linda Henry

Michael French

Gavin Richards

Harry Landis

Letitia Dean

1210

1208

Grant makes himself useless at the Vic while Pat juggles her responsibilities. Meanwhile Steve's New Year optimism takes a nose dive when Della gets up to her old tricks.

1074

Pat is busy juggling work commitments and David lets her down. Della gets a shock when Steve looses his tether. Ruth gets good news leaving Michelle feeling inadequate.

1075

An unexpected invitation throws the Jacksons into confusion, while in the Vic, Pat's courage is put to the test, and nosy Nellie learns a few home truths.

1076

Binnie reveals the jealous side of her nature, and Carol discloses a well-guarded secret. Meanwhile, Nellie is making a bid for sympathy, but will Jules take any notice.

1077

Steve takes advantage of the situation when Della and Binnie fall out. Gita talks to Debbie about Sanjay. David is dreaming of the day that Deals On Wheels is a successful business.

1078

Steve takes Della out and makes a serious error of judgement. David tells Pat that the deal with Barry Evans at Manor Wood Motors is about to go through. Natalie develops an interest in car maintenance. Ruth and Mark discuss getting a place of their own.

1079

Nellie has a visit from the council, David tries to put Pat under pressure, and Della tries to put Steve straight.

1080

Carol calls a family conference and decides that honesty is the best policy, Della comes clean to Binnie about her relationship with Steve, Debbie gets involved with Sanjay's gambling exploits and Pauline and Arthur discuss what to do about the 'Nellie situation'.

1081

Celebrations are in order for the Fowler clan when Michelle has some good news to share. Kathy has a bad day in the café when everyone offers her help and advice. Ricky is furious when the Jackson kids prepare for a good time and Bianca and Robbie clash.

1082

Pat finally succumbs to the attentions of car dealer Roy Evans. (but not completely) She takes with her a chaperone, and quite right too, you can't trust a car dealer as far as you can throw him. I mean, look at her own son!  Sanjay learns that when it comes to Gita, honesty is certainly the best policy. Bianca plans the party of the century, Pauline gives Arthur an earful and Steve makes Della an offer she can't refuse.

1083

With Alan and Carol out of the way at Carol's cousin's wedding, Bianca, Ricky and Natalie get ready to party, but wish they had been more selective with their guest list.  Pat is still wary of Roy, but will she heed Kathy's advice? Debbie is surprised by Gita's frankness, while things get busier at the salon much to Della's delight.

1084

Robbie and trusty hound Well'ard face up to the morning after, with news of the Jacksons' party doing the rounds of the Albert Square gossips. Steve gets a futuristic vision involving Kathy, Pat journeys into Roy's past and Arthur has an unpleasant ailment.

1085

At last Michelle has a job, and deservedly so, after all her hard work. She's working for the council and boy, is she excited about her first day. And to round it all off, Geoff plans a surprise for her. Pat decides to keep Roy at arms length, while Bianca shoves Ricky further out of her life when she decides to go out on the town (without him). Binnie takes up an apprenticeship.

1086

Natalie is left out in the cold by Bianca's new friend, whilst Ricky gets taken for a ride.  Arthur thinks Geoff is taking advantage and Steve is promoting the all-night café.

1087

Bianca and Tiffany cause a stir, while Natalie and Ricky have a night to remember when they share their feelings about how Bianca's been treating them. Binnie finds it hard to cope at the salon, but is determined to prove to Della that she can do the job. Mark gets a special birthday gift, and Roy confides in Kathy about his feelings for Pat.

1088

Natalie's walking on air, Bianca's nursing a hangover and Ricky doesn't know where to turn. Steve hopes to impress Tiffany with his glamorous new venture.

1089

Ricky gets in deeper than ever when he tries to get his love life in order. Pauline is feeling guilty about Nellie, so Arthur decides to take drastic measures, while Robbie's new career surprises Carol.

1090

Nellie and Ethel eschew their bus passes and head to the Vic for a girls' night out. Geoff drinks Arthur under the table, and Pauline wonders why. Roy admires Pat's famous hot-pot.

1091

Ricky finds himself caught between two women and agrees to make a choice between them, while Nigel prepares for Valentine's Day with a bulk purchase and a cast-iron idea for making money out of love. Nellie's poorly condition alarms the Fowlers and Debbie gives Sanjay some romantic encouragement.

1092

It may be Valentine's Day, but Carol is annoyed with Alan, Ricky spreads his love too thin and Geoff's romantic dinner gets out of hand.

1093

Ethel's 80th birthday celebrations at the Queen Vic cause some confusion but Pauline and Arthur use the occasion to make peace with Nellie. Pauline is mixed up about Michelle and Bianca catches Ricky in the act.

1094

Kathy and Phil are keen to spend more time with each other, but when she pays him a visit pushy Peggy is there, which is hardly likely to do wonders for anybody's love-life. Ricky is desperate to see Bianca, but when the little madam proves to be evasive, he seeks solace elsewhere. Nigel is devastated to discover that in the eyes of his daughter and her friends, he's not the man he though he was.

1095

Ricky gives Natalie a nasty surprise, Grant advises Nigel on how to be a man and Pat gets a taste of the real Roy.

1096

Natalie says goodbye to the Square, Arthur finds he must drive Nellie to her home, and Nigel stares violence in the face.

1097

Kathy and Phil are making plans for their reunion on his return to Walford but Peggy's intervention doesn't help. Michelle reveals some more of her past to Geoff. Poor Ricky gets laughed at by Mark when he reveals the complexities of his love life.

1098

Michelle wonders if honesty is the best policy, while Kathy decides to show everyone that she's prepared to stand by her man.

1099

A night on the town with Tiffany proves to be memorable for Bianca, although her hopes of finding someone tall, dark and handsome don't turn out quite as she expected. Geoff turns up to see a rather hurt-and-confused Michelle to try and sort things out between them. Ian is frustrated as Steve's new business venture takes off. This time he's getting all hot and bothered trying to persuade Kathy that Steve's all-night café is affecting his business at the fish and chip shop.

1100

Bianca is shocked to find that David is her father. Michelle is surprised by Geoff's marriage proposal. He says he's going away for a few days and gives her 2 weeks to think about it.

1101

When Michelle tells Pauline and Arthur her news she finds her parents' reactions are very different. Peggy decides to make the effort to get to know Kathy better, while Gita wrestles with her conscience over her relationship with Sanjay. As the reverberations of David's revelations shake both the Jackson and Butcher households, Bianca disappears, while her worried mother Carol finds comfort from an unexpected quarter. Arthur is upset at Michelle's news about moving to Scotland.

1102

Michelle and Arthur don't see eye to eye over Geoff's proposal. Michelle's news has hit Arthur hard, but his strong opposition only serves to push her in the other direction with her decision. It looks like Michelle may accept Geoff's proposition. Alan has had enough of David's interest in Bianca. He tries to negotiate some peace between Carol and Bianca, but what he learns leads him to deciding to deal with David in his own way. Peggy's assistance at the Queen Vic is not appreciated by Pat.

1103

Steve comes under financial pressure from an unexpected quarter, while Nigel and Robbie have bunny trouble.

1104

Peggy gives Kathy a makeover, while Phil tests his catering skills. Bianca is feeling decidedly anti-social and Robbie tries to cheer her up by leaving Well'ard with her for company - but will the dog prove a deterrent to an unwelcome caller? Blossom gives Alan a piece of her mind with some strong words of advice which cause him to rethink his plans for the future, and Peggy begins her efforts at transforming Kathy into a new woman.

1105

Ian gets some unwanted business advice from Steve, while Mark confronts his fears about Michelle. Alan tries to get Bianca to bury the hatchet with Carol. Peggy is getting in Pat's way at the Vic and the Kapoors hold a family celebration to mark Sharmilla's second birthday. Meanwhile, a mysterious late-night visitor arrives at Albert Square.

1106

The arrival of a familiar face in the Square surprises the residents, while Carol and Bianca finally face the truth. Michelle is avoiding the issue.

1107

Kathy has a close encounter on the square, Gita makes Sanjay an offer he can't refuse and David tries to set the record straight.

1108

Peggy tries her hand at marriage guidance and Michelle has an answer for Geoff. Gita lays down the law.

1109

While Geoff and Michelle celebrate their engagement, Peggy is determined to get Grant to talk to Sharon, and Bianca has a proposal for David.

1110

Grant faces up to a future without Sharon, while Ruth decides she doesn't want a life without Mark. Nigel gets physical, with disastrous consequences.

1111

Steve's dreams of a business empire begin to crumble. Sanjay finds himself with a score to settle. Della gets itchy feet. Peggy finds out a few family secrets.

1112

Phil gets a late night summons from Peggy, Mark awaits a phone call from Scotland and there's a nasty surprise for Sharon.

1113

Mark invites Arthur and Pauline out for an Indian meal. Sharon pays some surprise visits around the Square. Ricky tries to get Bianca a job at the café.

1114

Blossom is a success at the café. Mark and Ruth take Pauline, Arthur, Michelle and Geoff out and announce their engagement. Alan decides to 'talk things out ' with David about Bianca.

1115

Nigel tries to discuss having a baby with Debbie. Binnie tries to persuade Della to move to Ibiza. Bianca talks David into buying her a car.

1116

Nigel becomes manager of the team. Roy leaves after Pat refuses to go on a cruise with him. Sharon gives Grant a letter from the solicitors.

1117

"Stag night" for Mark in the Vic and Ruth in the Café. Ruth and Pauline find they have something in common, while Tiffany and Bianca find it's a man's world. Sharon is left out in the cold while the rest of the Square enjoy themselves. Mark and Arthur have an emotional talk, and Ruth makes an assurance to Pauline.

1118

Arthur looks forward to full Scottish welcome, but whisky isn't on the menu. Ruth's delighted to become a fully-fledged Fowler, but tempers run high when Mark meets rest of her clan.

1119

The Aitkens are left shell-shocked after the night's revelations, and Mark and Ruth try to pick up the pieces.

1120

It is Michelle, not the bride, who has difficulties in making it to Ruth and Mark's wedding on time.

Arthur, the proud father of the groom, makes his speech at the reception with Pauline proudly by his side while Ruth finds that her "big day" is an occasion for sadness as well as happiness.

1121

Nigel has bad news for Arthur, Michelle is having difficulty living with a honeymoon couple, Grant and Sharon sort things out at the Vic, and Phil visits Ian.

1122

Peggy causes trouble for Della, while Sharon and Michelle's night out takes a nasty turn.

Ricky finds himself with housing problems, and Bianca goes up in the world.

1123

Binnie and Della make travel plans, and Ian is made an offer he can't refuse. Roy tries to say it with flowers, and Michelle decides to go into property.

1124

Grant and Sharon have a brief encounter, Peggy's plans for the Vic suffer a major setback and Alan's pride takes a knock.

1125

Nigel unveils his secret weapon, while Sharon gives the Mitchell's more than they bargained for.

1126

Cindy drops the twins off at nursery on their first day. Ricky makes up with Pat, David gives Bianca a driving lesson. Sharon tells Michelle she is selling up and leaving for good.

1127

The residents of Albert Square celebrate the 50th anniversary of VE Day on Bank Holiday. Arthur intends to make sure it is a day for everybody, young and old alike, to remember.

The market traders enter into the spirit of the occasion but, for Dr Legg and Ethel, it is a time to reminisce about old friends, family and neighbours in Walford during the War years. Meanwhile, Peggy discusses her future with "her boys", Ricky feels lonely and Nigel's day does not go to plan.

1128

The new landlord at the bedsits starts to throw his weight around, and Ricky finds he could be homeless.

Ian gets Cindy just what he's always wanted, and a win for Nigel's football team means another loss for Arthur.

1129

Lydia gets a shock when Della and Binnie write her a reference and Robbie gets a dose of reality when Carol examines his job prospects. Kathy's birthday dinner takes an unexpected turn and Peggy starts planning ahead at the pub. Debbie has second thoughts about confiding in her boss, and David finds he has a house guest when he returns from giving Bianca a driving lesson.

1130

Della and Binnie are promised a last night to remember, but its not quite what they had in mind. Sharon decides to live it up in the Vic, Nigel realises football is a dirty game.

1131

Della and Binnie bid farewell to Albert Square. Peggy makes Sharon an offer she finds she can refuse, and Arthur's day of glory arrives at last, but can he come up to scratch?

1132

It's the longest night of David's life when he takes Bianca on a driving lesson. And Cindy goes looking for a diversion after a night from hell with Ian.

1133

While Nigel is busy making last minute preparations for the final, Debbie gets unwanted attention at work. Cindy finds herself in a state of shock.

1134

Debbie has work worries, Arthur gets his big chance and Grant has a suggestion for Sharon.

1135

Peggy makes plans for the Vic, Grant revives an old acquaintance, and Nigel thinks Debbie is acting strangely. Mark is forced to make some painful admissions.

1136

Kathy plans a family get-together at the Vic, saving Cindy from a close shave with David. Peggy wants to know who Grant's date was.

1137

Debbie gets more than she bargained for when she works late again, while Alan finds it hard to be patient with Bianca.

1138

Sharon and Grant plan another meeting - but Grant has more than business on his mind. Debbie thinks that she might be over-reacting to recent events. Cindy finds her past catching up and threatening to envelop her. Ian tries to get information about Phil from Ricky. David takes Bianca out for another driving lesson.

1139

Arthur enters the political arena, Dougan surprises Debbie, and Bianca and Alan still don't see eye to eye.

1140

Grant and Sharon find themselves having to lie. Ian has a surprise for Cindy and David is hard-pressed to keep up with Bianca's demands.

1141

Mark confesses his worries to Michelle over Ruth. Bianca thinks hard about the meaning of fatherhood, and Debbie finally snaps at Dougan.

1142

Nigel stands up for women's rights, while Grant discovers that the course of true love does not always run smoothly.

1143

Michelle catches Sharon in a compromising position, Ian discovers Phil's dark secret, and Grant finds that being in love means having to say you're sorry frequently.

1144

Peggy gets suspicious about Grant's strange nocturnal behaviour. Ruth and Mark get their wires crossed over the issue of children, and Ian is in trouble with Phil again.

1145

Ian faces up to an angry Phil, while Cindy is flustered by a late night phone call. Debbie recieves an unwelcome visit from Dougan, and Ruth tries to make up with Mark.

1146

Sharon and Peggy conclude their business deal, leaving Grant wondering where he stands. Relations between Mark and Ruth are strained. Tiffany turns up with Bianca at the pub for drink with Ricky.

1147

The police arrive with some devastating news for Nigel.

Phil tries to sweet-talk Kathy, and Tiffany gets a job. Ricky's frank talk throws Bianca, Grant does some secret shopping, and Ian shares his dreams of empire building with a disinterested Cindy.

1148

Albert Square is in a state of shock after Debbie's death. David tries to make plans for Bianca's birthday. Ruth and Mark make plans for a baby. Grant proposes to Sharon.

1149

Sharon keeps Grant hanging on, Peggy celebrates her new regime and David feels a stranger in his own home.

1150

It's a sad day for the residents of Albert Square as they gather to mourn a death and Nigel is troubled when he meets a face from Debbie's past. Sharon makes Grant an offer he may have to refuse. In the Butcher household, David has reached crisis point and needs to find a sympathetic ear.

1151

David finds Bianca too close for comfort, Peggy unveils her plans for the quiz night, and Grant sees a way to meet Sharon's demands.

1152

When Pauline confronts Sharon about her plans, she finds out more than she bargained for. Grant looks for support for the quiz night, while Steve has difficulty finding takers for his holiday.

1153

Grant makes a confession to Nigel, but leaves Phil to speculate about his plans. Sharon takes a last look at the world she grew up in, and the Vic's 1st pub quiz becomes night to remember.

1154

Peggy tries to get an explanation from Grant, Nigel decides he needs legal advice and Pat returns from her holiday to find that everything has changed.

1155

Sanjay wants to go to Spain with Steve and tries to win Gita over. Arthur sets up a snail race for his flowering wilderness campaign. Alan and Carol plan a birthday party for Bianca.

1156

Carol and David disagree over Bianca's birthday party. Grant decides to make up for lost time, while a traumatised Cindy gives David an ultimatum. Arthur gets an enthusiastic response to his Great Snail Race.

1157

Bianca gets ready for a night to remember to celebrate her birthday. Nigel tries to come to terms with Debbie's death and receives an unexpected offer from Arthur.

1158

Competition is hotting up in the Great Snail Race, with Robbie entering a late runner. Kathy lays down the law with Phil, and Roy and Pat confront the past.

1159

Nigel and Clare go to court, but Liam has cleaned up his act and seems set to impress the judge. A desperate Steve manages to find two more takers for his holiday and needs only one more space to be filled.  Arthur upsets Michelle with a tactless remark, while Sanjay encourages Mark to continue with his dodgy game.

1160

David is in for a shock when he boards the plane to Spain, while Steve gets more than he bargained for when he decides to try his luck.

1161

Grant tests his brother's loyalty, David begins a holiday romance and Ricky and Bianca prove how stubborn they can be.

1162

The last night in Spain is a night to remember. Ricky and Bianca dive in head-first, Steve meets his match and Grant faces up to a few home truths. David finds himself listening to a sob story, offering sympathy and comfort.

1209

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