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.

A brother's loyalty is put to the test.

The secret's out and Sam gets some unwelcome exposure.

Sam fears her marriage may be on the rocks. Gill is forced to make a harrowing decision.

AIDS-sufferer Gill is dying, so she and Mark throw away their sadness and prepare to marry.

Mark faces up to a great test of his personal strength.

Mandy's back. She's looking for a job, a home and a man.

Pete's caught with his trousers down. Hattie feels that Steve's mind should be turned to more romantic matters.

Romance is in the air for Ricky but Sam is looking elsewhere.

Pat is determined not to let Frank stand in the way of her independence - but Ricky pays the price. Michelle is on tenterhooks as she awaits the results of her first year exams.

Mark is in for a shock.

A day at the races, but Arthur's not invited.

Rachel and Kathy brave the local jumble sale in search of marketable goods. Mandy makes an effort to befriend Mark in the hope of staying at the squat for good. Meanwhile, Pat employs her first driver - but is Dennis exactly the man PatCabs needs?

Pat pays the price of Dennis's shortcomings. Kathy and Rachel have an unexpected run-in with the new Market Inspector which makes a poor start to Rachel's new career. Arthur has a problem when Norman the Gnome goes missing.

Michelle's life and loves are forging ahead. Surely nothing can spoil her day?

Two birthdays in the Fowler family. Pete is the life and soul of Martin's party, but will an unwelcome guest ruin Michelle's?

Mandy works on Pete to get a job, and Dot makes a discovery that shocks her. Frank thinks he has found the solution to his problems with PatCabs. Grant disappears, leaving Phil and Sharon alone in the Vic to face an uninvited midnight visitor.

Dot gets more than she bargained for when she tries to talk to Mark about Arthur's "friendship" with Mrs. Hewitt. Rachel puts a spanner in Frank's plan to relocate PatCabs. Meanwhile, Sharon and Phil are left alone in the Vic but where is Grant?

Pete discovers the real cost of employing Mandy. Rachel is shocked by the hostile reaction from her fellow stallholders.

There is a surprise when Ian fails to return to the Square, Mark takes Mandy in hand, Kathy sorts out Rachel's problems with Tricky Dicky, and Mrs Hewitt has a surprise for Arthur.

Ian's new image doesn't get the reaction he expects. Mandy takes Sam on a shopping trip with a difference. And a mugging in broad daylight shocks the Square.

Dot arranges to nurse Jules, Rachel learns there is money in junk, Steve finds his enterprise shot down by Ian and a letter for Arthur leads to a final goodbye. Sam is nervous about her interview.

Deciding that it's time to introduce his new girlfriend to his parents, Ian invites them all to a dinner party. Dot helps Jules recover from his mugging. And, just when she thought she was getting the hang of market life, Rachel's conscience is tested by an awkward encounter with a dissatisfied customer.

Ricky learns that he has passed his exams; but will the Mitchell brothers give him a rise? Ian and Ronnie can't see enough of each other and Kathy is worried that things are moving too fast. Michelle is concerned about Sharon and has a sudden suspicion as to what the problem might be.

Tricky Dicky helps Rachel acquire new stock but Kathy suspects his motives. And things go from bad to worse between Grant and Sharon.

The pressures in the Queen Vic on Grant, Sharon and Phil have finally come to a head. But where do they go from here?

Mark finds himself unable to deal with Gill's death. And Mandy makes a discovery while looking through Gill's things.

Dot and Ethel have an afternoon out at a tea-dance to mark Ethel's wedding anniversary, and enjoy a brief encounter with the mysterious Major Grace. Mark seeks advice from his father on how to cope with his grief, but Mandy offers a more instant solution. Kathy learns not to rely on Nigel.

Unwelcome visitors at the Meal Machine cause problems for Ian. Grant suspects Phil is in love. And Sharon struggles to make a decision.

Sharon seeks medical help. Nigel moves house. Ian tries to save his business, and Rachel has an unexpected visitor.

Cockroaches at the Meal Machine threaten Ian's success. Rachel's patience is tested by her mother's surprise visit. And Pauline comes home to find her family gone.

Arthur and Pauline are finaly united in Leigh-on-Sea, but has their marriage survived the long separation. Rachel's mother continues to meddle in her life.

Ian seeks a desperate solution to his cashflow problems. A man from the council has bad news for the squatters, and Rachel has to face up to her mother and her past.

Tricky Dicky has a surprise for Rachel, and Sharon plans a controversial evening of entertainment. Early morning visitors at the squat cause a commotion in Albert Square.

Good news for Ian means the cold shoulder for Ronnie. Ricky faces a domestic crisis. Dot is horrified when her lodger Nigel has a brush with the law.

Mandy decides that Nigel is the answer to her housing problems. Ronnie's night out with Ian has a disappointing conclusion. The women in the Vic are entertained by 'Muscle in Motion'. Grant is not the only one who objects to women-only entertainment.

Arthur is hurt when he asks Mark for help, Grant's criminal friends turn up at the Vic with bad news, and Ian sees a face from the past.

Phil finds out about Grant's financial problems.

A surprise is planned for Sharon's birthday, Pat and Frank try a job swap and a visitor for Grant spells trouble.

Pauline hears some home truths from Arthur, Ian meets an old flame and Sharon's party goes with a bang.

Tricky Dicky's friendship with Rachel takes an unexpected turn and Kathy gets an unwanted guest. Meanwhile, a disaster at the pub shocks Albert Square.

Phil learns that Grant's desperate measures may not have solved their problem. Can the Queen Vic remain in business? Rachel confides in Michelle her true feelings for Richard.

Mandy finds the videotape that could destroy a marriage. Phil's got some bad news and sparks fly between Kathy and Pauline.

Ian has a surprise for Cindy, Pauline gets advice from an unexpected source and Phil tracks down a missing person.

Michelle suggests a girls' night out with Sharon at her college, but the evening ends in disaster when Grant and Clyde turn up.

Clyde hears some unpleasant home truths from Michelle and a confession rocks Sharon and Grant's marriage.

Arthur gets a mysterious package. Ian visits Cindy but fails to uncover her secret and Mandy sees a new side to Tricky Dicky.

Mark faces up to his grief. Ian has a confession to make. And Pauline makes an awful discovery.

Nigel tries to step into Steve's shoes, Dot finds a new recruit for her carol singers, and the new-look Queen Vic opens its doors for the first time since the fire.

Pauline confronts her nemesis - Mrs Hewitt. Mark finds out the truth between Michelle and Clyde, Dot has a disappointment and Steve makes a peace offering to Hattie.

Frank has a surprise bargain for Nigel, Grant has some bad news for Sharon, and Ian discovers the truth about Cindy.

Phil is put on the spot over the future of the Vic - where do his loyalties lie? Nigel has his revenge on Frank, but it is Dot who cleans up. Cindy has to make a decision and Arthur turns to an old friend.

As Arthur renews an old friendship, Ian gets an early dose of Christmas generosity and Nigel helps Dot secure a pianist for her carol rehearsals.

Dot sees a new side to Donald, her piano-player, when the carol practice is held at the pub, and Ian lays on a special "picnic" for Cindy. Kathy gets the distinct impression that everyone has been giving her the cold shoulder, but what will her reaction be when she finds out what Mandy has been saying about her?

Albert Square is making plans for Christmas. Hattie invites Steve to spend the holiday with her family and Mark starts looking for somewhere new to live. Ian makes Cindy an offer she can't refuse and Pat has a run-in with Father Christmas.

Mandy gets a new home, Pete gets an award at the market traders Christmas Ball; and Tricky Dicky wins a prize and asks Kathy to share it with him.

Ian helps Kathy to make her mind up and Mrs Hewitt gives Arthur an ultimatum. Grant threatens to explode - can Phil manage to defuse the situation?

Mandy expects a visit from her mother; the regulars at the Vic are entertained by the mysterious Arlene; Arthur comes to a decision and Pat gets a shock.

It's Christmas Day in Walford, and Michelle has an unexpected visitor. Pat and Frank have a difficult day and Mandy learns a lesson about home.

Ricky dreams of a fresh start for his marriage but Sam has a surprise for him. Frank does his best to help Pat, but things are not made any easier by Dot's continued gossip. Michelle notices that Pauline is suffering from post-Christmas blues and decides to give her a treat, while Sharon is delighted by Phil's continued support, and Arthur makes a mistake.

Hattie makes a bold move, Cindy makes a decision about her future and Ricky helps his father cope with a shock. At the Queen Vic, Nigel steps into the breach to provide the evening's entertainment when Sharon is let down at the last minute.

Tricky Dicky takes on Ian. Pete sees a face from the past and Steve gives Hattie an answer.

Pat hides as news of the accident spreads. Sam plans a weekend away, but is it work or pleasure? And Pauline meets an old schoolfriend who makes a big impression on Pete.

Public opinion adds to the pressures on Pat.

Sam's new friend Clive pushes his luck and visits the Vic. Kathy takes positive action to deal with a recurring problem from the past. And the trial of Nick Cotton finally begins.

Nick Cotton watches as the prosecution case is made and Dot faces Eddie's father. Meanwhile Ian has a confession to make to Kathy.

Phil is concerned about the state of Sam's marriage, Arthur spots some football talent at Walford Town and the trial of Nick Cotton reaches a climax.

The Fowlers get a new lodger, Pete gets a pleasant surprise and Dot makes a sad decision.

Nigel has problems at the launderette. Ricky makes a last effort to save his marriage. There are problems for the Fowlers, and Pete Beale has a pleasant surprise.

Ricky makes a last effort to save his marriage and Sam comes to a decision. Frank tries to help Pat face going to court and Rachel gets fed up with market life.

Michelle is put out when Rachel helps Jack with his college work. Ricky is forced to accept Sam's plans for the future, and Pat has an unexpected visitor.

Arthur's guilt over the lies he is telling comes to a head, Pete finds out the truth about Rose's absent husband and has to make a brave decision. An old friend of Tricky Dicky's turns up.

Arthur makes a mistake, a new trader appears on the market - to Rachel's disgust - and Mandy's evening in with Aidan has an unexpected conclusion.

Michelle is horrified to find Jack making friends with Pauline; Kathy's bistro runs into a few opening night problems; and a friendly poker game turns serious for Sanjay and Nigel.

Will straight talk from an old adversary make Pat realise that time will heal her anguish? Pauline's patience is tested by a house full of football fans; Sanjay has some explaining to do when his wife Gita arrives sooner than expected; and Rose is told to drop Pete before someone gets hurt.

Frank discovers that the cab company may not have a future. Gita is furious when she discovers that Sanjay has been gambling; and Pete and Rose have some unwanted visitors.

Clyde finds himself in dispute with the Mitchell brothers over the running of the pub, Rose makes a decision about her future with Pete, and Mandy goes to new lengths in her pursuit of Aidan.

Rachel hears some good news; Arthur gets into trouble with an unexpected bill: and Michelle has a late-night encounter.

Rose brings unexpected news of husband Alfie, Clyde tries to contact Sharon, Michelle gets a shock and Rachel finds it does not take long for her good news to spread round the Square.

The Fowler's world turns upside down - but where is Arthur?

As the hours tick by, Michelle's agony continues. How much longer will it be before Vicki is found? Meanwhile, her college friend Jack is furious when he faces questions.

Michelle struggles to rebuild her life; Sharon's return to the Vic has an unexpected conclusion.

Tricky Dicky gets involved in family matters and finds he's out of his depth. Michelle's emotions are put to the test again. As Sanjay goes flat-hunting, Richard does his best to keep Gita company, but things do not go smoothly.

Michelle confronts Sharon about life with Grant, and Sanjay sorts out his priorities, while Ian turns detective.

Grant reaches boiling point with Sharon and comes face to face with the consequences. Pete's hopes are shattered as Rose lays down her plans for the future.

Cindy's back and Dot tells everyone. Sharon is torn over Grant's arrest. Clyde decides to work for Frank, and Michelle has something Nigel wants.

Kathy gets a new assistant in the café, while Michelle has a narrow escape from an undesirable lodger. Kathy and Pat have to learn to accept Ian's new "family". At the Vic, it looks like Sharon may have got what she wanted - but what does she want?

Michelle's new lodger settles in, Pete gives Arthur some good news and Aidan's team trial has an unexpected outcome.

Sanjay and Gita invite Richard for a meal. Pauline and Arthur have a surprise encounter in the Bistro. Mandy finds Aidan in a positive frame of mind after his setback.

Aidan reaches a decision on his football career and Ricky fancies a job change. Michelle gets unwanted attention, while Hattie tries to celebrate her 18th birthday - but Steve has other things on his mind.

Hattie gets a belated surprise. Arthur gives Aidan a pep talk. Steve and Mark's venture takes off. Michelle gives Jack another warning. With her friends' help can she finally get through to him that she is not interested?

Preparations continue for a rave in Albert Square but problems along the way mean even Nigel is roped in to help. An alternative gig in the Vic ignites an old flame for Pauline while Arthur confides his work worries to Christine.

Jack's back but Sharon is in no position to advise Michelle as domestic bliss at the Vic is becoming strained, and Ricky attempts to run the Butcher empire single handed.

Shelley persuades Michelle to take matters into her own hands. Nigel gets a shock when he visits an old friend, and Danny is determined to show Pauline a good time.

Michelle turns the tables on Jack for the last time. Grant gets an unexpected visitor and Sharon has to face the consequences of deceiving Phil.

Tricky Dicky is caught redhanded, and Pat prepares herself for her court case.

Pauline has a showdown with Mandy over Aidan and Frank tries to help Pat face going to Court. Arthur has to make a difficult phone call while Sharon has to accept Phil's plans.

Pat is sent to prison, while Grant is released. Rose decides she can't live without Pete.

Alfie's family become a genuine threat and Pete takes the only course of action open to him. Phil and Grant discuss the future, Sharon and the Vic. Arthur and Mrs. Hewitt have a close shave. The burger war comes to an end.

An unexpected visitor arrives at the Taverniers, Danny buys Pauline a present and Arthur helps Aidan come to a decision about his future.

Cindy gets friendly with Tricky Dicky and hears what Gita thinks of him, Sharon tries to adjust to having Grant around and Mark helps Mandy out.

Gita gives Ian some advice, and Grant and Phil rescue Nigel from his birthday blues. Jules makes a confession to Dot, and Michelle is suspicious of a blossoming new friendship.

There is some unexpected news at the Taverniers.

Pauline has to respond to Danny's offer, but Arthur is more concerned with his interview. Richard gains the upper hand in his dirty tricks campaign against Ian. And Clyde learns more about Gidea.

Hattie's worst fears about Gidea seem to be realised.

Christine has to choose between Greg and Arthur. Michelle helps Clyde come to a decision. Nigel bumps into an old friend and Ian's behaviour is beginning to worry Cindy.

It's a bad day for Ian, Hattie and Steve. Clyde takes matters into his own hands. Nigel faces a disappointment. Meanwhile, Greg sees something he should not have.

Arthur has an unexpected visitor and Phil discovers a new drinking partner. Frank gets a hot tip and Hattie is forced to accept Ian's plans for the future.

Nigel has a dream date. Frank is out of his depth. And Greg Hewitt has news for Arthur and Christine. Good news?

Mandy is looking for another sucker, Jules tries to pour oil on troubled waters, Sharon's future is uncertain and Shelley has set her heart on Mark.

Dr. Legg becomes the latest in a long line of suckers. Mark's memories get in Shelley's way. Dot interferes with Nigel's love life. Grant is surprised at Phil's luke-warm reaction to his good news, while Hattie notices that Steve is becoming increasingly tetchy - is it just pre-wedding nerves?

Hattie has to face up to reality while Steve runs away. Phil stands by her and makes a new friend from a different world.

Hattie turns the tables on Steve but Clyde discovers there's something she hasn't told him. Clyde and Hattie are reconciled but a surprise visit makes things worse. Sharon is hostile when Phil brings a friend to the Vic.

There is tension in the Tavernier household as two secrets are unveiled, Michelle and Hattie have a heart to heart and Phil asks a favour from Clyde and Nigel.

It's a big day for Phil and Nadia, Kathy forces Mrs. Hewitt into a confession, Gidea gives Clyde an answer and Nigel and Debbie clear the air.

Nigel plans a special evening and Arthur keeps a low profile. Mark reaches boiling point and Clyde is forced to accept Gidea's plans for the future.

Sanjay takes some advice from Richard, and Mark is concerned about Aidan and Mandy. Gidea and Hattie share a problem.

Pauline wonders what's happened to Pete. The Kapoors' family loyalties are strained and Cindy is irritated by Ian's support of Hattie. Tricky Dicky takes advantage.

Shelley is ready to be more than just friends with Mark... if only they could get a moment alone. Pauline gets to the bottom of Pete's disappearance. Clyde and Gidea tie up loose ends and Gita warns Cindy about Richard.

Phil has a surprise for Mandy and Aidan, Cindy makes a date, Pauline explains her worries to Kathy and Dot gets a shock when a visitor arrives bringing news of Nick - but will she be willing to listen this time?

Tensions in the Kapoor household come to a head.

Ricky tries Frank's patience and Dot learns more about Nick's past. Aidan is offered the chance of a better life. But will he take it?

Tricky Dicky gets an unwelcome surprise. Nigel receives some bad news.

Mandy and Aidan discover they are not as streetwise as they would like to imagine. Richard and Cindy are telling different stories about their involvement. Shelley and her college friends turn out to be unsuitable babysitters.

Michelle and Sharon's past comes back to haunt them. Nigel wallows in self-pity but fails to arouse any sympathy. Dot's grandson begins to fall from grace. Gita does battle with Tricky Dicky - but who will come off worse?

Mandy has money to spend, but where is she getting it from? Phil and Nigel make an unusual purchase, and Cindy has a surprise in store for Ian.

Tensions between Hattie and Cindy come to a head with Ian caught in the middle. Arthur gets more surprises than he bargained for on his birthday.

Zoe has a startling proposition for Dot, and Pat is released from prison, but how will she react to her new freedom?

As Pauline and Arthur are drawn closer together, Christine becomes more desperate.

Mrs. Hewitt continues to put pressure on Arthur while a trip to France gives Frank the opportunity to practise his non-existent French. And romance is in the air for both the Mitchell brothers.

Frank has to face another family crisis. Pat is supportive but stubbornness seems to run in the family. Grant and Sharon resolve their differences. Meanwhile Phil and Kathy discuss past loves.

A surprise visit for Nick can only mean more trouble for Nigel. Mrs Hewitt presents Arthur with an ultimatum.

Phil hears about Tricky Dicky's latest exploits and is determined to have it out with him. There's a painful and emotional showdown at the Fowlers'. Is divorce the only answer for Arthur and Pauline or can he win her round?

Michelle and Mark struggle to pick up the pieces when they hear of their parents' trouble and Arthur tries to do the decent thing. Sanjay comes up with a plan to make money and Nigel moves house.

Kathy tries to make her peace with Pauline, Mrs. Hewitt has an unexpected visitor and Mandy is forced to come clean.

Nigel and Sanjay play musical dogs. Pauline holds her ground while Arthur's life falls apart.

Arthur neglects his work to play hero, but Pauline is not taken in. Aidan has big plans but Mandy does not share his enthusiasm for work. When temptation is put in her way will she prove that old habits die hard? Cindy is taken aback when Hattie renegotiates her status at work. Meena causes tension between her sister, Gita, and Sanjay.

Arthur's attempts to console Christine get him into trouble, Sanjay's hopes of a windfall are dashed and Nigel has some visitors from the past.

Nigel has another traumatic meeting and Tricky Dicky makes a startling claim.

There's a shock for Pauline when she overhears some gossip.

Ian confronts Kathy about vicious rumours, but finds the truth hard to take. Mrs. Hewitt tries to find Arthur but runs foul of Mark. Nigel looks set to play happy families at last.

Nigel's gone missing, but only Phil seems to care. Meanwhile, he and Sanjay have to decide what to do with the dogs. There's a new addition at the Butchers' and it's not good news for Ricky.

Ricky has an idea to help the homeless, but it backfires on him when Frank decides to do some DIY. Meena seeds Gita's suspicions about Sanjay's wanderings. Pat resumes her role as surrogate mother.

Ricky feels let down and and Tricky Dicky's flirtation with Shelley becomes more intense.

It's Sharon's birthday but no one is in the mood to celebrate. Michelle puts Richard in his place, tension between Ian and Cindy reaches a head and Frank is losing his patience with Janine.

Cindy is still worried about Tricky Dicky's rumour mongering, and when he winds her up in the Vic she finds no one willing to come to her defence.

Ricky is put in charge of organising Janine's party - is disaster inevitable? Ian is furious with Kathy for attacking Cindy and drags up a nasty secret from her past in front of Phil. Michelle has a confession to make to Pauline.

Kathy's business plans conflict with Ian's. Mandy and Aidan are up to their tricks.

Michelle faces a setback in her holiday plans. Phil's past catches up with him. Frank's under pressure but is it really Ricky's fault?

The Butcher's find that a new house doesn't necessarily mean a better way of life. Mark has a surprise present for Michelle; and a Home Office official has some awkward questions for Phil.

Frank's feud with the rival cab firm hots up. Aidan receives some news and Shelley finds herself looking forward to her trip to Amsterdam.

Mark, Michelle, Clem and Shelley set off for their weekend away. Michelle gets some unwelcome attention while Shelley gets a shock. In the Square, Gita's suspicions are aroused again.

Tensions flare up in Amsterdam as relationships are put to the test, and Michelle and Shelley come home with more than they bargained for.

Michelle and Shelley are back from Amsterdam but what has happened to Mark and Clem?

Ricky discovers the truth behind Janine's unhappiness and takes matters into his own hands, while Frank plots his revenge.

Ian is struggling - will Cindy swallow her pride and ask Kathy for help? Meanwhile Ricky's got a more serious problem - with the police.

Tricky Dicky's in trouble on the market - will he give Big Ron's stall back? Pauline's hopes of finding Pete are renewed. Dr. Legg drops another bombshell on Mandy and Aidan.

As the Square prepares for Christmas, Tricky Dicky faces up to discontent among the stall-holders and Gita's resolve begins to crumble.

While preparations get under way at the Vic for a homecoming, Frank comes to a decision about the cab company and Ian has some good news for Kathy.

Ian steps in to help Arthur and Pauline. Pat discovers Frank has gone behind her back.

Pat decides to take matters into her own hands and Frank is, naturally, less than pleased. Phil and Kathy agree to spend Christmas away together, but a surprise visit from someone scuppers their plans.

The Fowlers pull together over the arrangements for Pete's funeral.

Aidan's troubles seem to be getting to him. Nadia attempts to get Phil's attention. Frank doesn't appreciate Pat's attempts to solve their financial problems. Pete is laid to rest, but it seems not everyone wants it that way.

The Fowlers are determined not to rise to the Chapman's bait. Phil is late for Kathy's party, and Mandy and Aidan are left out in the cold.

It's the day after Christmas but for some the festive spirit is thin on the ground. Away from the Square, Mandy and Aidan are forced to face the truth. Gita has some news for Sanjay and Phil is increasingly troubled about Nadia.

In the aftermath of Christmas, Phil finds it hard to keep Kathy and Nadia apart. Sanjay finds himself looking for a babysitter and Pauline has some news.

Tricky Dicky finds himself in big trouble at the market.

Gita is devastated by what she has seen, and has important decisions to make. Michelle has a surprise announcement. Phil has a proposition for Frank, and when Nadia turns up yet again in the Vic, Grant decides to take matters into his own hands.

Pat receives a visitor she never expected to see. Pauline receives word of a distant relative in need.

Gita takes over the stall and Tricky Dicky has to pay for his interference. Kathy feels left out of Ian's life.

The Fowlers prepare for a new arrival. Richard, meanwhile, has some good news for Bianca, and Cindy is worried Ian is working too hard.

There is consternation when an old face returns to the Albert Square. Meanwhile, Debbie has some worrying news for Nigel and Arthur finds his kindness being abused.

Gita and Meena have a tense family reunion. Phil becomes suspicious of Ian in the café.

Frank takes pity on David. Meanwhile, Nellie reveals her true colours at Baby Peter's homecoming party.

Michelle has some news for Sanjay about Gita. Nigel continues his hospital visits.

While Cindy gives Kathy a piece of her mind, Pat steps in as the perfect granny.

Arthur develops an interest in Nellie's mail. Ian discovers that Richard has made a new friend.

Nellie has some news for Arthur, and Frank has to bow to some financial pressure.

Things look bad for Michelle until Auntie Nellie steps in, while Mark comes up against Ian's greed.

Mark isn't happy when Michelle interferes in his life.

Bianca finds out that Richard is not easily fooled.

Mark comes up against Ian's greed when he puts a business proposal to him. Bianca and Natalie get revenge on Richard. Steve gets his comeuppance when an old score is settled in Norwich.

Richard finds himself at the centre of an escalating nuisance campaign, and Cindy decides to hold a surprise birthday party for Ian.

Nigel sets about looking for a job. David is pleased to receive a visit from the police, and the financial noose tightens around Frank's neck.

Phil is under pressure to keep a promise, and Frank's plans don't go according to plan.

Phil receives some devastating news from Kathy, and Frank faces up to an unpleasant reality. Shelley, unfortunately, gets caught up in a Fowler feud, and Mark discovers he has a fairy godmother.

Richard decides to seek out his secret admirer while Cindy is confused by Ian's behaviour.

Grant and Phil have a word of warning for Richard while Ian has a surprise for Cindy.

Shelley thinks that a holiday might help her relationship, but Mark has other ideas. Arthur is having car trouble and Grant gets an unexpected visitor.

A ghost from Kathy's past returns to haunt her.

Kathy makes a decision which changes her life, while Ricky leaves Frank speechless when he describes his new job.

Phil follows the trail of a secret obsession, and Grant decides to go for gold. Bianca and Natalie run rings around Richard, and Alan arrives just in time to put the icing on the cake.

Robbie goes off the rails in the Square, while Sharon is convinced that Grant and Dougie are up to no good.

Frank has not been altogether honest with his family about the state of his accounts, so when a loss adjuster from the insurance company comes to check the books, poor old Pat does her best to help them in their enquiries. Frank has only one option left: he goes out for a long walk.

Tension at the Queen Vic is mounting as Grant discovers that Dougie has altered the arrangements for their planned supermarket robbery and he has serious doubts about his involvement. Sharon is also increasing the pressure on Grant. Meanwhile Phil's attempts at helping Kathy to come to terms with the past only infuriate her.

Sharon and Michelle want an early night, but the unpredictable Dougie has other plans.

Both Michelle and Sharon are in an emotional state after the events of last night. Phil and Grant have some unfinished business to sort out.

Phil steps in to give Grant a hand at the Vic, but the brothers are in for a stressful day and Carol wants to settle the differences between her and Pat.

Debbie gets worrying news from her ex-husband's solicitor.

It's a big day for Steve, but things don't turn out quite as he'd planned. Phil finds himself in a new line of business.

Michelle returns from hospital to a nasty surprise, Carol and Alan realise that Sonia's birthday may be anything but happy. Sanjay find an unexpected visitor in his flat.

Nigel finds out there's a thief about and Carol has problems with a criminal closer to home.

Liam Tyler is still hanging around the neighbourhood trying to annoy Nigel Bates. Jimmy Coogan returns to The Arches to collect the ringed car but as Phil has not been paid, he wont give Jimmy the car.

The spirit of Frank Butcher lives on in Ricky, and Gita sees her boss in a new light.

Phil loses his rag, while Grant loses his motor, and Gita pays Ian back in more ways than one.

Police visit Pat with unexpected news about Frank, and Phil's enemies decide Kathy is a favoured target.

Sanjay feels the pressure when Meena returns to the Square.

Phil is planning a tactical revenge on Jimmy, and Ricky's job brings him far too close to home. Meanwhile, David finds a safe bet and Mark has some brotherly advice for Michelle.

Grant is eager to get his hands on Jimmy, but Phil has a better plan of revenge. Michelle sits her first exam at college. Pat prepares to take on Mike's insurance company.

Kathy leaves Natalie and Bianca in charge of the cafe.