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6 NOVEMBER 2023

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Carla Juggles Peter, The Factory and Stephen Aftermath

Carla arrives home from a fruitless business trip to Spain, still frosty with Peter. Sarah feels guilty, knowing that it’s Stephen who ruined their reputation, but when Carla discovers that Sarah’s given Michael his job back, Sarah sticks to her guns and points out that this is not Michael’s fault. Michael reveals he’s working on some new designs but Carla’s dismissive. However when a potential new client comes in for a meeting a desperate Carla orders Michael to fetch his portfolio. Will they seal the deal? Meanwhile when Ken confides in Carla that he’s worried Peter may be drinking again, they look round the flat. Having discovered a bottle of whisky she bought missing, Carla’s concerned.

With Stephen’s money seemingly vanished, Sarah and Carla realise they’ve no way of paying the staff, unless they can get the new client order out tomorrow and agree cash on delivery. But if they fail, they’re finished. Carla lies to the workers and assures them that the bank has traced the stolen money and they’ll all be paid by the end of the day but she needs them to crack on with the order. But when her lie is uncovered they all down tools, leaving Carla and Sarah begging them to reconsider, pointing out that if the order doesn’t go out, the factory will go under. Will the staff reconsider?

Peter assures Carla that he’s happy to attend his alcoholics’ meeting alone as she’s needed at the factory. Feeling guilty, Carla rushes home, telling Peter there are more important things than work and she’s coming to his meeting. Peter’s touched.

Dylan Caves into Peer Pressure

When George remarks that the boarded up pub is an eyesore, Dylan has an idea. Dylan, Mason, Leyla and Conch break into the Rovers and plan their party. Mason bets Conch £20 that Dylan will cop off with Leyla. Dylan’s embarrassed. After a few drinks they turn on the jukebox. As Dylan and Leyla kiss, she suggests they go upstairs. Meanwhile Sean and George hear music coming from the pub.

When Dylan refuses to give Mason £20 for the bet he picks up Dylan’s papers and dumps them in a puddle. Claiming he doesn’t feel well, Dylan convinces Sean to let him take the day off school. But when Brian calls to say that after complaints of soggy newspapers, Dylan’s fired, Sean’s fuming.

Ryan Tries to Move On

As Daniel witters about their house move, Daisy does her best to appear enthusiastic. Jenny urges her to think carefully about what it is she wants before she signs anything. Ryan’s chuffed as he listens to a message from Crystal telling him she’s watched his live stream and owes him an apology. When Crystal suggests they go for a drink, will Ryan agree?

When Ryan reveals that he’s seeing Crystal again later, Carla warns him she’s nothing but trouble, Peter however tells him he’s pleased as it might stop him from interfering in Daisy and Daniel’s relationship.

Paul's Life Gets More Complicated

Izzy advises Paul to be brutally honest about his disability on his Personal Independence Payment assessment or he’ll lose out.

When Paul confirms he’s applied for the PIP but it will take 11 weeks, Bernie’s horrified, wondering how he’ll cope till then. Bernie meets with Big Garth and asks him to flog the rest of their gear at a knockdown price as she desperately needs money. In the precinct, Big Garth hands Bernie a wad of cash but unbeknown to them a police officer takes photos. As Bernie heads home she’s arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods.

When Billy’s summoned to a meeting with the bishop, Bernie tells Dev that she’s accompanying Paul to his speech therapy session and the police will have to wait. Paul meanwhile confides in David how he tried to seduce Billy but he made out he was too tired. David urges him to talk to Billy. Paul tells the speech therapist about his recent coughing fits. Bernie clocks her concern as she insists they see the MND nurse. The bishop tells Billy that he’s prepared to lift his suspension and it’s time he returned to work.  Billy’s delighted but his mood is short lived when Bernie calls from the hospital. The MND nurse breaks the news to Paul that he only has 6 to 12 months left to live.

Joseph's Headache

When Joseph complains of a headache Chesney’s disbelieving but Gemma agrees to keep him off school. Worried it could be a sign of something more serious, Gemma takes him to A&E. Chesney tells Gemma that headache or not, Joseph is going to school. However when he gets home to find Gemma ignored his advice, Chesney’s furious. When Joseph later tells her his head still hurts, Gemma leaves the quads with Abi and takes Joseph to A&E.

When Abi reveals that Joseph is in A&E, Bernie wonders how much more bad news they can all take. Bernie unburdens herself to Abi, blaming herself for Paul’s condition because she was such a terrible Mum.

The Bibs and Bobs

Stu tells Roy that at Yasmeen’s request, he’s called off all his investigations into Dom. However when he receives a text from Lesley, the PI, will he comply?

As Summer helps Amy at the drop in she’s organised for the counselling charity a girl calls in and Summer hands her a flyer. While they’re distracted, the girl leaves. Amy’s cross with herself, wishing she’d offered her some help and Summer worries for her friend.

Compiled by Andrea McGowan
Glenda Young - Blogging away merrily at Flaming Nora
Website: glendayoungbooks.com