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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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'.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

"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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Bianca hides the truth from Carol and Mark suppresses a guilty secret of his own. Grant and Phil spring a welcome surprise on Peggy.

Sam tries her hand behind the bar - and receives some unexpected attention from Ricky. David turns the tables on Grant and Phil, and Carol has a close shave with the truth. Pat's plan to get a new job is undermined by Roy, while Grant finds a way to boost his income.

Peggy lays down the law to the family, but Pat's warnings to David go unheeded. Quiz Night is a tense occasion when Sam shows up, and Carol is in for a nasty shock of her own. Grant finds a way to boost his income.

Mark's gambling draws him deeper into debt, Alan finds new ways of dealing with David Wicks and Nigel has words with Liam.

Albert Square is out in force for Arthur's `Pubathon'. But although the Jacksons have some good news, the festivities turn sour when it appears that all Arthur's hard work may have been in vain.

Pat comes down hard on Barry and David's dodgy deals. Ruth determines to get to the bottom of Mark's problems and neither Ricky nor David have quite the time for Bianca that she would like.

Grant pulls a fast one but doesn't cover his tracks as well as he thought. Mark is getting into deep water, while Cindy finds she's out of her depth.

Mark cannot face his debts - or Ruth. Kathy is worried by Grant, while Tiffany and Sam find they have more in common than they realised.

Michelle decides to cheer up miserable Mark by taking him out for a night on the town, but later on Mark's bluff is called as he risks everything in a final rash bid. Pat gives David a lesson in parenthood, the police arrive for Grant and Ian pushes his luck with Steve.

Grant gets more than he bargained for when he crosses Tiffany's path, while Pat's plans for the future take an unexpected turn.

Kathy is given some unsolicited advice by Peggy - whether she wants it or not, and Bianca feels her world is falling apart. Pat and Roy don't know if they can pick up the pieces after last night.

Carol and Peggy cross swords, Ricky has an announcement to make, and Kathy has a surprise visitor. Pauline and Arthur make holiday plans.

Grant and Phil's plot against David goes up in smoke, but Entertainment Night at the Vic goes with a bang. Arthur's attempt at public speaking throws Mark and Ruth off course.

The Jacksons have to find a new home while theirs is made safe after a fire next door. Michelle meets her new boss. Arthur's meeting is turned into a riot by troublemakers.

Ricky and David cook a meal for Bianca and Sam respectively but sabotage leads to a four-way row in the café. Michelle tries to arrange housing for the Jacksons. Pauline warns Phil about Ted.

Nigel gets into hot water after agreeing to help Phil and Kathy move house, while Sam comes up with an unlikely present to bring her and David closer together.

Grant becomes out of tune with his surroundings when he and Phil try to move a piano, and David is taken for a ride by Cindy.

Michelle gets a dressing down when she gets emotionally involved at work, Ted is forced into an unexpected admission at Phil and Kathy's dinner party, and Ian decides to call a truce with Arthur.

Kathy plans a fresh start for Ted, and Ricky is offered a new place to live. Cindy gets more than she bargained for when she goes shopping.

Dr Legg has a busy day as a mystery bug sweeps through Albert Square. Phil gets an invitation from Grant but is worried about Kathy's reaction, and Robbie falls in love.

Ruth and Mark wait anxiously for news, while Bianca's family gather around her bedside - with some surprising results. Robbie's lust gets the better of him when he launches himself at the girl of his dreams. Michelle receives some distressing news at work.

Michelle has a surprise at work, while Nigel braves out Debbie's inquest. Robbie looks forward to his first date.

Nigel has an unexpected encounter while David can't resist the lure of the chippy. Tina tries to put as much distance as possible between her and Robbie.

Ricky lends Robbie a sympathetic ear, Gita and Sharmilla wave goodbye to Sanjay, and it seems as if the Jacksons are on the up. But there is more bad news for Michelle.

Kathy is slowly facing up to her situation, but an evening with Pat awakens old memories. Michelle opens the door to an unexpected visitor - and an unexpected offer. Sam loses out to Cindy, while Ian picks up a few tips on telephone technique from David, and nearly blows his cover.

Michelle is thrown off balance by a new proposal from an old flame. Pat goes green when Carol starts talking colour schemes. And David and Cindy are almost caught in the act.

Grant teaches Sam a lesson about her love life, while Kathy wants an opportunity to confide in Ted. David and Ian plan the perfect scam for Quiz Night but with Cindy's help, matters soon get out of hand. Ricky and Alan make a mockery of Pat and Carol's DIY plans.

Sam's plans for revenge on David go badly wrong, while Grant's behaviour is misinterpreted by Ruth with devastating consequences. Cindy and David embark on yet another dangerous liaison.

Passions rise as Michelle confronts Grant in the Vic and the past comes back to haunt them with surprising consequences. Meanwhile, in an attempt to ensure that her future with David is more than a pipe dream, Cindy gets him to face up to some home truths.

Cindy is forced to do some quick thinking, while Michelle has unfinished business with Grant. Arthur has a welcome surprise when he and Pauline return home. Kathy finds that letting Phil in on her little secret could prove harder than she'd imagined.

The past catches up with Ted. Pauline crosses swords with Michelle, while Roy is out for Barry's blood.

Cindy and David are playing with fire. Kathy is at breaking point. Michelle sees a way out.

Bianca gears up for her driving test and a dodgy scheme of David's goes awry. It's a day of surprises for Ian when he gets a shock in the chippy. Michelle has an unwanted visitor who throws her feelings into turmoil.

Kathy can't believe what she has learnt about Ted. Michelle gets a letter and finds her plans for the future thrown wide open.

How will Pauline and Arthur react to Michelle's decision? Kathy wants to see Ted, even if it is only to set the record straight.

Arthur finds himself caught between the stubborn pairing of Pauline and Michelle, while Ted gains a home but loses an old friend. Roy diverts Pat from her decorating. Ian, still obsessed with the Queen Vic quiz night, aims to slaughter the opposition.

Robbie's quiet night in goes wrong. Michelle is forced to think twice about her plans, while Ian prepares for the pub quiz showdown.

Arthur and Mark try to make peace in the Fowler family. Michelle arranges a meeting with an old adversary, while David feels fenced in by Cindy.

Michelle has some peacemaking with Pauline to attend to and some explaining to do to Grant. Michelle's choices will affect the rest of her life, while Arthur decides that Pauline is best left untold.

Arthur finds that he and Mark share a secret, but Pauline is kept in the dark. Gita mixes business with pleasure, Bianca is in the right place at the right time, and Cindy is left out in the cold.

Martin gives Pauline the slip, sparking off a Halloween panic. Sam falls foul of Grant, Tiffany loses her job - and Nigel tries his hand at pulling pints.

Pauline sees her children in a different light, while Arthur receives some threatening post. Nigel can't bring himself to reveal the truth to Clare, and Ian pays Cindy an unwelcome compliment. Tiffany finds she is in a bargaining position with Grant.

Nigel's meeting with his solicitor spells disaster. Grant makes a promise to Clare that he probably can't keep.

Phil tells Grant that he is going to become a father, and Arthur revels in a moment of glory as the Flowering Wilderness Campaign comes to a close.

Arthur has to pass on some unwelcome news about Michelle to Pauline. Alan almost comes to blows with a newcomer to the Square. Robbie and Grant await the birth of Freida's puppies. Nigel puts on a brave face for Clare.

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

Nigel and Liam fight for custody of Clare, while Bianca puts Ricky on the spot.

Cindy demands some straight answers from David - and gets more than she bargained for. Kathy and Phil have an announcement to make, but it doesn't quite go according to plan. Mark's concern for Gita's booming business falls on deaf ears. And Nigel starts to plan the rest of his life.

Peggy is delighted about Kathy's pregnancy, but Cindy dreads Ian finding out. Arthur receives congratulations all round as his Flowering Wilderness campaign nears completion.

Arthur and Willy battle with the authorities, Roy offers Pat a solution to both their problems, and Ted teaches Tony a lesson.

Pat has some important news for her family. Peggy's advice is driving Kathy up the wall. Felix is settling into the square. And Cindy gives David her parting shot.

Phil is left holding the babies, with a little help from Grant. Ricky is unsettled by Frank's belongings being moved out and Pat is thrown off balance by an unexpected letter. Meanwhile it's drinks all round as Ted and Roy celebrate their move into the Square.

Ricky leaves for Paris, Well'ard and Sonia share supper, and a troubled Pat goes walkabout. Arthur tries to burn away his worries on a bonfire.

Roy is given a real East End welcome when Pat throws a party to herald his arrival in the Square. Ted is in for a surprise when Sarah shows him how she spent her afternoon. Arthur faces questioning at the police station.

Pauline returns from America to find husband Arthur absent and an unexpected visitor filling his place. As Gita agrees to take things further with Guppy, Robbie attempts to scratch his way to success, much to Sonia's interest.

Things begin to get worse for the Fowlers as a journalist rakes over Arthur's troubles. Robbie discovers the true meaning of Christmas, but misses out on the rewards of his finding, while Nigel's enthusiasm proves costly underneath the Arches. Tiffany is looking for a place to lay her sweet head.

Walford is transfixed by what the papers say. Mark tries to defend the family name, but it's a day of reckoning for Arthur. Robbie tries to recover his losses after a talking-to from Carol, and Nigel makes a quick career change.

A nasty shock awaits Ricky on his return from Paris, Cindy is back with a vengeance and Mark undertakes some private investigations. Pauline wonders if Arthur might be losing his grip.

Roy's in the festive mood, while Pat is haunted by the ghost of Christmas Past. Gita gets ready for her hot date and Mark is on a dangerous mission for justice.

Cindy's playing the perfect wife, at least on the surface. Pauline defends the Fowler name once more, but the family soon receives a shattering blow. Clare and Janine are sure that Felix has something to hide. Kathy wants to know how Pat is coping, while David is surprised by Carol's sensitivity.

Gita finds out Sanjay won't be home for Christmas, Pat allows Kathy to make a call and Pauline goes to court.

Pat can no longer ignore the inevitable and reluctantly receives a visitor. Clare drops in on Felix with disastrous results and Arthur isn't looking forward to Christmas. Felix's acceptance into the Square is by an unusual route. Willy and his mum watch the lottery.

Everyone is embarrassed by Felix's story. Pauline is persuaded to enjoy the Christmas spirit, while Gita's dinner date with Guppy leads to coffee afterwards. Cindy leaves David feeling frustrated, while Steve makes Mark's day.

The Vic is full of Christmas cheer while the Fowlers put on a brave face. Pat’s plans for a perfect Christmas take a dramatic, unexpected turn.

Robbie gets caught eating turkey while Pat confronts ghosts from her past. Pauline gets a distressing call from Arthur in prison.

Kathy is organising Steven's birthday party but has other things on her mind. Pat tries to pick up the pieces but only succeeds in driving people away. She and Pauline cry on each other's shoulder.

David becomes the go between when Ricky want's to question Frank. Carol and Gita receive surprise visitors.