Hazel tries to persuade Rod to squat in Colin's empty flat, Pauline tries to recuperate from her operation, while Trevor eagerly looks forward to his date with Shireen.

It's Diane's 16th birthday and her family are planning a surprise party for her. Pete meets Barbara for lunch in the Vic and finds she has invited Kathy and Laurie to join them.

What has become of Diane Butcher? Frank is determined to find her.

Michelle waits for word from Danny. Frank returns from his search for Diane to a family desperate for news.

There's turmoil in the Butcher family following the disappearance of Diane, and Frank is only making matters worse. Sharon decides it's time for some straight talking...

The Beales are waiting to celebrate the homecoming of Cindy's baby - and Wicksy is waiting, too, no longer sure that he can live with the lie that the baby is Ian's.

While proud parents Ian and Cindy are centre stage, will Wicksy find out who knows his guilty secret? Arthur and Pauline's shopping plans are disrupted by an unwelcome visitor - and who is the mysterious stranger who has returned to the Square?

Frank returns from finding out his legal rights regarding Diane. Meanwhile, Danny is back and staying at Michelle's - and her family's having none of it

Ricky has to go to court today - and he wants his father with him. Kathy decides it is time to stand up to Laurie and have her say.

Danny receives an ultimatum. Who will he choose - Michelle or his family?

Sharon has had enough of Simon's suspicious behaviour. Marge has something to tell Dot, and Dot has something to tell Marge.

Danny is determined to leave Albert Square, but who will he take with him - his wife, or Michelle?

Michelle must confront family and friends with the news of her move to Newcastle, but Danny seems to have other things on his mind.

Pauline tries to warn Michelle not to trust Danny, but can Michelle be swayed? Cindy is planning baby Steven's christening and Sharon notices Wicksy's special interest.

Michelle and Danny are all packed and ready to leave. Wicksy is stressed and turns to drinking - he is to be the Godfather at baby Steven's christening.

Danny's going to Newcastle - but will Michelle go with him? Two new arrivals seem set to cause trouble, and there's a vital development in the search for Diane.

Rod makes an exciting decision, but can he face telling Dot? Arthur tackles the Mitchell brothers, while Michelle, still missing Danny, finds an unwelcome visitor on her doorstep.

Frank scours cardboard city looking for Diane, while Trevor and Paul plan for the future and Cindy prepares a surprise for Ian's 21st birthday.

Pat has booked the Butchers in for family therapy, but there's no way Frank will allow her to wash their dirty linen in public.

Blood is thicker than water, and business is business - but that won't help Grant when he mixes business with pleasure and tangles with Julie Cooper.

Dot awaits the arrival of the morning's Gazette to see if she's won a prize. Cindy has great news for Ian - she's received a letter from Colin, agreeing to let his flat to them.

Julie has one day left to find a buyer for the shop, while Pete has to make some tough decisions about the future, and Ian is off to get a bank loan.

Now £10,000 richer, Dot is in for a less welcome surprise. Meanwhile, Pat is delighted to be making some progress with Janine.

There's chaos in Albert Square as the Mitchell boys decide the market must move - stall by stall. Meanwhile, in the Butcher household there's news at last from Diane.

While Frank waits anxiously at King's Cross station for Diane to turn up, she is reliving the memories of her three months away from the Square.

There is an emotional reunion between Frank and his daughter, but it soon becomes clear that she's a different person from the Diane who ran away.

There is an emotional reunion between Frank and his daughter, but it soon becomes clear that she's a different person from the Diane who ran away.

Wicksy helps Cindy to decorate, while an unwanted statue of Diane stretches Frank's patience.

If Nick Cotton believed he could walk back into Albert Square and get away with it, there's a number of people ready to put him right.

The day has arrived when Shireen gets to meet the man her parents want her to marry. Meanwhile, Cindy is with the man she should have married.

Nick takes an interest in Dot's diet, while Arthur makes a strange discovery down on the allotments. Sharon also makes a disturbing discovery.

The past comes back to haunt both Sharon and Michelle, and prompts the police to search a local canal.

Dot doesn't seem to be feeling the benefit of Nick's cooking, while Frank is determined to track down the man who has a hold over his daughter.

Pauline and Arthur are not prepared to let bygones be bygones, and when Michelle is left to organise the funeral, a conflict looms in the Fowler household.

Den Watts is buried, but will the most important mourner be present at the funeral? Meanwhile, Nick Cotton gets an unwelcome blast from the past.

Diane has to decide whether or not to leave Taylor once and for all.

Will Shireen bury her differences with Ashraf and meet her husband-to-be?

Tensions between Sharon and Wicksy are growing. Ian plans an intimate birthday party for Cindy.

Dot decides to change her will, and Kathy ends up spending the evening with Cindy.

Shireen's romance blossoms despite her father's affair. Sharon decides to get to know Cindy better.

Ethel reappears in the Square, determined to catch up on gossip, but Dot's news fills her with fear for her friend's life.

Born-again Nick Cotton finds himself under investigation from Ethel Skinner - but Dot cannot decide if her son is truly a reformed character or the worst thing since Dr Crippen.

Sharon comes close to finding her mother. Dot hasn't been seen for days.

The police visit Dot, threatening to scupper Nick's plans. And Ashraf's infidelity finally lands him in big trouble

A visit from Jabbar's father leaves Ashraf with some bad news for Shireen, while Sharon tackles Simon on the subject of marriage.

Shireen is determined to discover the secret behind her broken engagement. Charlie Cotton looks for evidence against Nick but is shocked to find it has been eaten.

Sharon and Wicksy's future hangs in the balance and, if Charlie Cotton is right, so does Dot's life.

Dot and Nick settle down for a special meal. Will it be their last?

Wicksy waits to hear from the brewery, Sharon sets off to find her real mother, Stuart Kendle wants to discuss the market with Pete, and Pat is concerned about Wicksy.

The Karims leave Walford, but there's a spark of hope for Shireen and Jabbar's future. Wicksy extracts a confession from Cindy.

Michelle's slippery boss offers Ian a bribe, while Janine gives Pat a bad scare. Meanwhile, Sharon prepares to meet her mother.

Pat decides to teach her family a lesson. Pete receives bad news from Michelle, Kathy is shocked when she overhears a private conversation, and Sharon sets off to meet her mother.

Kathy overhears a private conservation and is determined to find out the truth about Cindy and Wicksy.

The Tavernier family move into Albert Square and right into the middle of a pitched battle between residents and developers.

Are the market traders celebrating too early? A surprise visitor leaves Sharon with a dilemma.

Frank and Pat make preparations to hand over the Queen Vic. Cindy is touched by Ian's generosity.

Wicksy walks out of the Square - can he persuade Cindy to leave Ian and come with him? Frank senses the strain Pat's under but she faces a dilemma when Sharon and then Cindy visit.

Diane decides it's time to brighten up the Square, especially the part that belongs to her dad.

While Pat and Frank are on holiday, havoc reigns at the bed and breakfast.

It's crunch time for Cindy and Ian. Ricky and Diane discover something very serious about Mo.

Michelle gives the Mitchell brothers the lowdown on the council offices. All they have to do now is get the lowdown on Stuart Kendle.

Almost everyone knows about Wicksy and Cindy - except Ian. Cindy decides it's time to tell him.

Ian is shattered by Cindy's confession. How will his family cope with the situation?

Ian's supportive family comes to his aid. Pete considers an offer from Phil, and Michelle prepares to confront Stuart. Grandad Jules arranges a special dinner and a mystery guest.

Michelle is determined to bring Stuart Kendle to justice.

Ian is not going to let go of Cindy and Steven without a fight, but Cindy is still set on breaking free.

Michelle gets a letter from Newcastle and an unexpected visitor. Pat has some advice for Wicksy, and Sam has a suggestion for Ricky.

How will the Fowlers cope with a face from the past? How will Ricky cope on his first date with Sam?

Ricky has a secret - her name is Sam Mitchell, she's 15, and she's spending the night in his bedroom. The Mitchell brothers are not amused.

Nobody knows why Mark Fowler has come home. But Pauline is determined not to let him go. Diane gets her exam results.

It's Martin's first day at school, but the Fowlers have other things on their minds. It's back to school too for Lloyd and Hattie, while Wicksy is making secret plans.

Pete talks to Ian and learns the truth about Steven. Frank finds Mo's behaviour difficult to accept but is cheered by Diane's decision about her future. Michelle is closer to finding Mark.

Simon and Cindy are determined to enjoy a holiday in Devon. Meanwhile, Ian is finally preparing to leave hospital, Mo's condition gets worse and Sam stands up to her brothers over Ricky.

While in Devon, Wicksy and Cindy discuss their future, unaware that Ian is on his way to see them both. After Mo's outburst, Pat is determined that Frank should see some sense.

Cindy and Wicksy return from Devon to find Pete hell-bent on revenge.

Arthur plans a surprise for Pauline for their Silver Wedding, while she hopes Mark will return in time. News of Wicksy and Cindy's return causes rifts between the Butchers and the Beales.

Ian is determined to rid his life of the last traces of Cindy and Steven.

Mark's mysterious reasons for coming home provoke a conflict in the Fowler household, while Pete decides its time to take his unhappy son in hand.

Kathy is back from holiday and in fighting form, but Ian has ideas of his own. Eddie has romance on his mind and a crisis occurs at Mo's flat.

Mark is the hero of the hour, but will Mo be alright?

Pauline and Arthur return from their second honeymoon to a surprise reunion with Mark. Eddie finds he's involved in a Butcher-Beale feud. Clyde is suspicious of Lloyd's disappearance.

Lloyd is still exerting himself on his newspaper round and Hattie is concerned for him. Cindy tells Wicksy that her parents know about them, and that their gun is missing.

The police are looking for a missing shotgun. Cindy suspects she knows who has it. Phil and Grant settle into their new flat and sister Sam is still seeing Ricky behind their backs.

Frank faces a tough decision about Mo's future and Sam throws a party in Ricky's van.

Mark tries to prove to Arthur that the Mitchell brothers are up to no good.

Ian asks Kath and Pete out for a meal in the hope that they'll help him make the right decision over Steven. However, Pete hopes that there might be a chance for a reconciliation.

Can Arthur save Mark from facing criminal charges? And can Jules protect John from his debtors?

It's bonfire night in Albert Square, but Jules and John have a poker game on their mind. Sharon makes a decision about her mother.

If Phil doesn't take the rap, Mark will go to prison. Can Arthur persuade Phil to do the decent thing?

Diane is determined to get to know Mark Fowler better.

Eddie is the talk of the town when he receives a visit from the police. Dot is in her element fuelling the gossip among the locals about the Queen Vic's governor.

Eddie is determined to protect an old friend, but risks losing the Vic. Grant gets ready to share Sharon's flat, and decides to take her for a slap-up meal.

Mo's illness means that Frank and his sister Joan must try to get along with each other. And what is the result of Ian's blood test?

Phil persuades Arthur to try new business methods. Pauline is sceptical of the results of baby Steven's blood test. Frank is preoccupied with something at Mo's flat.

Mo wants Frank to put her out of her misery. His family worries that that's exactly where he's heading.

Time is running out for the thief in the Vic, and the finger of suspicion is already pointing at Clyde. Frank must prepare himself to part from Mo.

Eddie lays a trap and catches the thief at the Vic. But can he be sure he is firing the right person?

Wicksy is determined not to let his recent setback last long, Pete has decided to befriend Jason, despite warnings, and Ian is busier than ever, so he rewards himself with a treat.

Wicksy's search for work comes to nothing, and now he has only one offer on the table - Ian's. Cindy is even more determined to leave.

Diane returns to old haunts, searching for her friend. She must find her before it's too late.

Phil is determined that Sharon shouldn't spend Christmas with him and Grant in Scotland.

Frank and Pete make a desperate bid to restore harmony before Christmas, but Ian and Wicksy seem determined to battle it out.

A special Christmas delivery holds a surprise for Diane. Ian is determined to drive Wicksy away - dead or alive.

Diane shares a secret with Mark and once again he finds himself on the wrong side of the law.

Mark and Diane find themselves in a desperate race against time, while the Vic prepares for an unusual New Year's celebration.

Was Diane wise to bring Disa home? What's the secret that Jason's hiding from Pete?

Diane celebrates her 17th birthday and would love Mark to be at the party, but he's determined keep his distance. Pete continues be concerned about Jason's welfare.

Mark is desperate to tell his secret to someone, but wonders who can he trust in Albert Square.

Mark wants to tell his parents his secret, but Diane's not sure that's the right thing to do.

While Diane makes a decisive move for Mark, Pete makes a dramatic discovery about Jason.

Mark is convinced that the original test which diagnosed him was incorrect and sets out with Diane to prove it.

Feeling increasingly ill, Mark begs Pauline to get Dr Legg. Eddie is determined to make up with Kathy, but it looks like a call to the Samaritans is not the right way to go about it.

A sporting challenge arises for Eddie. Diane calls for Mark, who is still ill and refusing to get up.

Arthur and Diane both have plans for Mark, but he'll have to choose between them.

Dot has some explaining to do about the missing baby, but who will believe her story?

Grant mixes business with pleasure and Dot decides to take the law into her own hands.

Dot tries to persuade Ken to talk things over with Disa. Mark phones the clinic and, although they have the results of his test, they can't give him the information over the phone.

Ken still threatens Disa's baby. Why is Disa so relucatant to go to the police?

Ethel celebrates her 75th birthday in style but her friendship with Dot seems to be on the point of falling apart.

Arthur, Ricky, Sam and Grant accompany Phil to court. Meanwhile Lloyd, Sam and Hattie are getting ready for Ricky's birthday.

Diane tries to confide in Mark about Disa - but ends up quizzing him about last night. Kathy tries to reach out to Disa.

Kathy tries to persuade Disa to stay in the Square, and to tell Sandra the truth. Mark goes round to see Diane at the B&B.

Michelle is tired of her old image, and is making desperate attempts to change herself - but no-one seems to notice.

Sharon comes back a day early loaded up with goodies from the States, but when Ricky informs Grant he starts to panic about her missing car. Sharon and Michelle go for a night out.

Michelle meets Ian's friend Geraldine, who tells her about selling timeshares. Convinced this is the way forward, she signs up. Mark fixes his bike and takes it off for a test drive.

Pauline and Diane are horrified to see a breakdown truck with Mark's bike on it. Mark however seems elated at his brush with death. Michelle is impressed by the timeshare induction.

Phil and Grant find Ricky and discover he has spent some of the forged money - and the police are all over Walford, trying to trace the origin of the counterfeit notes.

Michelle is excited about her new career in timeshares. Meanwhile, Pauline has received a letter from Tates, and it's not good news.

Ian has a meeting with a brewery rep about the Dagmar. Pauline has been laid off, so she goes for a drink with Pete.

Sharon and Michelle realise that they are outgrowing each other. Tension remains between Celestine and Etta, while Sharon and Grant go for a romantic meal.

Arthur's powers of observation bring new hope for the Mitchells

Sharon's feeling low, but the kind of sympathy Eddie offers is bound to make her feel worse.

Eddie's future hangs in the balance, while Phil is determined to get some answers from Grant.

Everything seems to be going fine for Mark and Diane but they can't go on being just good friends forever.

Frank, Pete and Arthur hold a council of war. And who is going to step forward to sort out Grant?

There is confrontation in the air at the Queen Vic, when Phil persuades his brother Grant to face the music.

Eddie's return from hospital puts Sharon's future in doubt.

Kathy and Pauline prepare to make Ian an offer for the café. Dot returns from hospital to find Jules still in her house, and Michelle needs to make another time-share sale fast.

Etta must make a decision about her pregnancy.

Phil is given the run-around by Grant and Sam. Pat makes an investment decision she hopes will please Frank, while Sharon finds Eddie is not there when she needs him.

Money is changing hands in Albert Square and Ian is determined to come out on top. However, Pauline, Kathy and Frank have other ideas.

The troublemakers return to the Queen Vic but can Eddie cope? Frank comes up with a business plan for Kathy and Pauline, while Pete rounds up support for Sharon and Clyde.

Rachel receives a visit from someone in her past. Michelle gets disappointing news from work, Frank gets under Pauline and Kathy's feet, and Clyde is besotted with Karen.

Rachel helps Michelle tackle her bosses at the time-share company. Frank thinks he is the expert at the cafe, until Kathy and Pauline decide to teach him a lesson.

Michelle has plans for a fresh start in life - but how easy is it to make a clean break in Walford?

Sharon confronts Grant.

Mark has settled at home, but is a stranger about to change that? Grant has a money scheme with Clyde in mind, while Sam goes off with Ricky and gets Hattie to cover.

Michelle invites some friends round for dinner.

Clyde is planning to get back into boxing, and the Mitchells are sure they can cash in.

Pauline chases a secret.

Ricky and Sam find a quiet location to continue their secret romance. Mark talks things over with Gill, and Diane gets a surprising visit from Pauline.

Rachel and Michelle prepare for their housewarming party and Michelle is anxious to make a good impression. Dot is looking for a lodger, while Sharon is keen to learn about Grant.

Nick's back in town and that means trouble for the residents of Albert Square.

The police need Eddie's help to nail the Mitchells.

Ricky's got a very special present for Sam, but how can he get it past her mum?

Sharon has urgent business to attend to.

Ricky and Sam set off for their important destination, but Peggy is determined to put an end to their romantic plans.

Time is running out for the Butchers and the Mitchells - Ricky and Sam are not the only people who have disappeared.

Ricky and Sam arrive back to the Square to face the music. Meanwhile, Grant's return brings a dilemma for Sharon.

There's a shock in store for Dot. Arthur is worried about the floral display competition, causing panic for Mark and Michelle. Sharon must decide her future.

The Walford Gazette brings good and bad news to the regulars of Albert Square.

It is the day of Clyde's big fight, and his mother Etta is worried sick. But she is not the only mother in the Square who is fretting about her son.

There's a surprise phone call for Dot - from a police station. Meanwhile, Pat and Frank are beginning to wonder if Sam and Ricky's up and coming church blessing is ever going to happen now that the newlyweds are barely talking to each other. For once, Phil stands up to Peggy.

Peggy is still determined to stop Sam going to the church.

Michelle gets a surprise when Rachel arranges a secret birthday party for her. She seizes an opportunity to be more than just good friends with Clyde. But will he agree with her? Dot is determined to straighten Nick out, but she needs to swallow her pride and ask for help. Mark recognises a stranger in the Square.

Hattie is delighted at the prospect of her holiday job working for Ian, Etta does not share her enthusiasm. The night after the party, Michelle is suffering more than a hangover and an overnight guest makes a quick exit.

Nick is up to his old tricks but thanks to eagle-eyed neighbours, Dot soon finds out. How will she deal with him this time? Still unaware that the Mitchells are fixing his fight, Clyde admits to Etta that he is out of his league with his next opponent. What are Phil and Grant up to? Celestine is dead set against Hattie working for Ian.

Clyde seems to be outclassed in his boxing match - can he prove his critics wrong? Nick hatches yet another devious plan to get more money. Michelle teases Mark when she sees his interest in Rachel is more than friendly.

Mark gets the distinct feeling that he's been given the brush-off, but who can he turn to for advice? John pays Eddie a surprise visit, but quickly senses the strained atmosphere between his son and the Queen Vic customers. Ian gets ticked off by Pete, while Hattie tries to make Celestine see reason.

Hattie fights to keep her job with Ian but the opposition is stronger than she expected.

Ethel and Jules feel they cannot stand by and watch Dot suffer any longer and team up to get rid of Nick. But will their plan work? Sam, Hattie and Lloyd's exam results arrive, while Eddie excitedly makes plans for changes to the Queen Vic.

Dot is sure that Nick is deceiving her - but for once he may prove her wrong.

Nick has lied, cheated and stolen and now it's going to stop - even if Dot has to lock him up.

Sharon's fight to regain her job goes to an industrial tribunal.

An unwelcome visitor at the Meal Machine spells danger for both Joe and Mark.

Grant promises to get Sharon back into the Queen Vic, by fair means or foul.

A shadowy figure, the flash of a knife - and tragedy strikes in Albert Square. An unwelcome letter causes Dot to panic, but who can she turn to for help? There seems to be some hope on the horizon as Nick nears the end of his treatment.

Dazed by the discovery of a murder on their doorstep, the inhabitants of Albert Square are interrogated by the police. Can they all account for their movements on that night

Sharon has some important news for Phil and Grant, and wants to get to them before the police do.

Eibhlin and John take stock of recent events - but there's still unfinished business for Eibhlin to attend to. Grant finds himself in a tight corner when Sharon broaches the subject of his past. Hattie gets a visit from her schoolteacher, but can she be persuaded to return to her studies? Kathy lends an understanding ear to Eibhlin, while Michelle receives some good news.

Clyde follows Michelle's advice and ends up at Walford Police Station. He also has a surprise encounter with a neighbour.

Nick is under pressure from the police. What, or who, did he see on the night of Eddie Royle's murder? Clyde takes Jules into his confidence, and Sharon doesn't please Grant when she makes a decision that would help her achieve her ambitions. Michelle gets some good advice and Rachel reaches a decision about her relationship with Mark.

Clyde Tavernier is in A1 condition for the big fight tonight - but his mind is hardly on boxing.

The brewery decides the new manager of The Vic, and Sharon has a confession to make to Grant.

Clyde is front page news in the Gazette and the Taverniers must face the neighbours.

The sound of breaking glass in the Square is the last straw for Jules, who decides to take action.

Grant has reservations about abandoning his holiday with Sharon at the last minute, but is determined to show he puts her wishes first.

Arthur Fowler was never too happy as Pete Beale billeted on his family, but is Arthur's life going to get any better without him?

Clyde is determined to leave the country - but he is not leaving without Kofi.

Michelle and Rachel find themselves in trouble when Clyde's plans go badly wrong.

Clyde is running out of places to hide and people he can trust, Michelle and Rachel seem to be his last hope.

It's Hallowe'en, and as the children go trick or treating around the Square, police searching for Clyde pay a visit to Michelle and Rachel.

It's the Fifth of November and there are unexpected visitors at the local firework display.

Why are Frank and Arthur not sleeping in their own beds?

Clyde springs another surprise on Michelle.

Michelle starts arranging a way to get Clyde out of the country - but there's some unfinished business to sort out first.

The Taverniers try to find out what has happened to Clyde.

Will Mark find Joe? And if he does, will Joe be able to give him any clues about Eddie's murderer?

A mystery man arrives in Albert Square, on the lookout for Mark Fowler.

Sparks fly when Michelle challenges Mark over their quest to clear Clyde's name.

Ian is threatening to alienate Hattie by playing a game of cat and mouse with his staff.

A midnight visitor to the Butchers' may help resolve Pat and Frank's problems - or disrupt them altogether.

When Michelle goes to visit Clyde she doesn't get quite the reception she had expected.

Ricky has stopped talking to Pat, and Frank knows why.

Nick confesses to Dot that he murdered Eddie Royle. Dot calls the police and Nick gets taken away. The whole Square are waiting for news of Clyde.

Pete has plans for the Fowlers to celebrate Christmas in style - but its not the style Arthur has in mind!

Frank's looking for a last-minute babysitter, Grant's hiding something inedible in the fridge and Ian wants to inject some drama into the season.

Grant's Boxing Day surprise for Sharon doesn't have quite the effect he'd planned.

Pauline and Arthur are still reeling from Mark's revelation - and Michelle and Clyde decide to tackle some unfinished business between them.

Mark is determined that Michelle shouldn't be let into the family secret - but Pauline has other ideas.

Sharon's dream of owning the pub looks like coming true.

The men of Albert Square go off together on a fishing trip, and there are some surprise arrivals at the canal bank. Sharon is forced to make a decision about the Queen Vic, but will she take advice from Grant, or Michelle?

Sharon has the unpleasant task of telling Pete about the buyer of the Mitchells' flat. Frank is behind with the book-keeping, whilst Arthur has been avoiding Mark as much as possible.

The strain in the Fowler household is beginning to show: it can't be long before something - or someone - cracks. Will Pete get to speak to Kathy before she hears the bad news from someone else? Michelle is beginning to wonder where she stands in her relationship with Clyde, while Pat tries to get Frank to soften towards Sam and Ricky.

I promise you, Kath, if he comes near you, I'll do ten years for him.

Willmott-Brown says he wants to put right a wrong, but will Kathy give him the chance?

Kathy and Rachel set off to meet Wilmott-Brown, the man who raped Kathy.

Pete is determined to mete out a little old-fashioned justice to Willmott-Brown.

Emotions run high when a removal van suddenly appears in Albert Square.

Kathy realises that Willmott-Brown has not taken in a word she has said, while Frank is concerned that Ian and Pete are heading for trouble. Will they heed his advice? Sharon demands some explanations from Grant, but then decides to play him at his own game. Mark is feeling neglected by Rachel.

Grant reckons he's hit on the solution to his and Sharon's problems. Mark is delighted when Gill pays him a visit, but what will Rachel's reaction be to his old girlfriend turning up?

A dramatic confrontation erupts which will change the lives of those involved.

Best friends Sharon and Michelle realise they have neglected their friendship of late. They decide it's high time they had a girls' night out. Is there a happy event anticipated in Albert Square?

Will Michelle finally discover the reason why Arthur has been avoiding Mark? Grant lets jealousy rear its ugly head.

Ricky has a surprise for Sam which further irritates Frank, while Clyde shocks his father. Arthur gets a gardening contract.

Etta and Celestine are planning a family party, but the younger Traverniers are reluctant to attend. Ian is pleased that Hattie is paying him more attention.

Arthur becomes the hero of the day. Hattie tries to avoid Ian, while Sharon isn't impressed with the company Grant is keeping. Ricky decides to sell his van to raise money.

Grant finds out who his real friends are. Arthur wants to patch things up with Mark - can Pauline persuade the stubborn pair to make amends? Pat has some wise words for Sam and Ricky about their responsibilities.

Phil finds romance on his night out with the boys.

All Arthur wants is to give his wife a special birthday treat - what could be simpler?

Phil plans the perfect date, but is his idea of a romantic evening the same as Anne's? Gill gives Mark some advice about Arthur.

Anne's got a surprise for Phil - but Pat gets the biggest shock.

Pat plays surrogate mother to Mandy. Will Frank play the father role?

Mark makes a decision about his future which proves unpopular with Pauline. Could Gill be the one to change his mind? Sam and Ricky are in for a shock at the squat.

On Mother's Day, Etta is concerned about Lloyd's friends, while Sharon worries about the decrease in takings at the pub.

Anne wants the chance to explain her situation to Phil, but after the hurt she has caused him, will he listen? Ignoring his family's advice, Lloyd goes looking for adventure.

When a builder's estimate makes Frank see red, he decides to attempt some DIY.

Pat is shocked when she finds out that Mandy has being lying to her.

Arthur spreads spring fever around the Square. But Pat has problems and memories to share.

It is a special day for Gill, but her plans unsettle Mark. Dot wants to share her news as Easter approaches. But will the holiday spirit affect Ian and Steve? Pete believes he has the answer to Arthur's problems.

The Miss Queen Vic's beauty contest takes a surprising turn.

The world of glitz and glamour is beckoning to Sam but will husband Ricky allow it? The Taverniers await an important decision on Lloyd's future. And Dot has a bee in her bonnet, but is she fighting a lost cause?

Frank and Pat move out of the B and B. Arthur practices his interviewing technique.

Sam takes the first steps towards an exciting career. Arthur introduces his new assistant to the gardening trade. Gill gives Pauline some tactful advice about Mark. And Michelle has an idea on how Rachel can raise some extra money, but will Rachel agree?

Tempers are running high at the Tavernier's, while Rachel awaits important news about her future.

Michelle, Clyde and Pat believe their jobs at the Queen Vic are under threat. Sharon, however, is preoccupied with more personal matters and keeps Grant guessing. Meanwhile, Rachel reluctantly prepares for another stint at the cafe, Frank's troubles are doubled, and Ethel tests Dot's patience.

Celestine tries to reassure Etta about Lloyd, and Sharon is upset about Grant making plans about the future without consulting her.

Ethel is forced to make a difficult decision, one that has serious consequences for a very close friend.

Ian entertains an important business client and his wife, but who will he find to be his dinner date? Frank finally gets the keys to the Butchers' new home, but first Pat sets him a daunting task.

Dot's in for a surprise when a stranger calls.

There are difficult decisions to be made for the Taverniers.

A life and death decision cause discord at the Fowlers.

Ricky is curious about Sam's secretive behaviour. Dot is worried about the future of the launderette.

Gill fears that Mark will not be able to cope with the difficult times ahead.

Kathy's back but Ian doesn't want to talk.