Monday, March 18th, 2024 on BBC One at 7:30pm
Jack is walking on eggshells around Denise after her ultimatum, but when he confides in Stacey, she advises him to do whatever Denise asks. Later, Stacey goes to see Denise and persuades her to get her marriage back on track. The two women arrange a family BBQ to bring both sides of baby Charli’s family together. At the BBQ things are awkward and Stacey talks with a fragile Denise, feeling terrible. Out in the backyard, Stacey tells Jack that she wishes she could be selfish, but he needs to be there for Denise. He holds his arms out for a hug, and they share a tender goodbye kiss, but Martin walks in and catches them… C/H.
Elaine and the Knight girls are making a big fuss of George on the morning of his birthday when Gloria arrives. Although she gets a frosty reception, George agrees to talk to his mum, but when Gloria insists that George had a happy childhood, he’s infuriated and loses his temper. Elaine escorts shaken Gloria out, and horrified by his outburst, George rushes off. Later, he returns and confides his fears to Elaine before breaking down in her arms.
Jean wants The Vic as the venue for Jade’s fundraiser, and Linda surprisingly agrees – on the proviso that Dean isn’t allowed to attend. Back at Dean’s place, Jean is terrified when Jade has a bad coughing fit and calls the doctor, much to his horror. Things get worse when Jade takes a look at his phone. Elsewhere, Avani pressures Will into vaping.
