Emmerdale Season 29, Episode 136: Episode 2767 (Wed 18th Oct 2000)

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Episode 2632 (Tue 4th Jan 2000)

Lisa is shocked when she discovers an unopened letter informing her that a health visitor will be calling to check on Belle's well being - today! In a panic she orders Zak to tidy up the house. But it's only a matter of time before things start to go wrong. With his attention focused on the television, Zak fails to notice that Belle has wandered off in front of the health visitor's car. When the shaken up official appears at his front door, Zak refuses to co-operate. Ashley feels ashamed by his confrontation with Gavin. And his day gets worse when Diane hints that she knows how he feels about her daughter. But his mind is put to rest when Bernice tells him that he shouldn't blame himself for what happened - he was acting in her defence. Bernice is less than enthusiastic when Alan offers to buy Gavin's shares in The Woolpack.

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Episode 2633 (Wed 5th Jan 2000)

The Sugden family's problems are about to escalate. When Richie tells Sarah that he has just seen her car being driven out of the village, they are convinced that it has been stolen. They give chase, but the pair are stopped in their tracks when Ashley steps out of the car. Her surprise turns to anger when the Reverend informs her that he bought it from Lisa who was selling it on Jack's request. Sarah confronts Jack and tells him that she can't believe he sold her car without her permission. And in the heat of the moment she tells him exactly how she feels about the state of their marriage. Chris is less than happy to see that Frankie has returned to the village. And the Tate Haulage boss warns her that if there is any trouble she will regret it. Chris feels left out when he sees Terry playing with Joseph and his new pony.

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Episode 2634 (Thu 6th Jan 2000)

Jack is devastated by Sarah's revelation. With his marriage crumbling around him, he tries to make her see sense. But he is astounded when she ignores his pleas. At the Diner, Eric demands cutlery and ketchup with his breakfast and when all he gets from Sarah in return is a sour face, he snidely comments that if she's this cheerful at home then it's no wonder she and Jack are facing marital difficulties. Sarah reacts angrily, tells Eric where he can stick his ketchup and retreats to the kitchen in tears. Kathy confronts her and is taken aback to discover just how serious her problems are. Ashley is lost for words when Diane questions him about his feelings for Bernice. He denies that he is in love with her, but Diane tells him to leave her daughter alone. Zoe tells Ashley that he is being dishonest with himself unless he tells Bernice how he feels about her. Zoe tells Chris to stop interfering in her life.

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Episode 2635 (Tue 11th Jan 2000)

Ashley gets his dog collar in a twist when he decides to confess his love for Bernice. Bolstered by Zoe's words of wisdom he manages to dodge Diane and tells Bernice he's got something to say. When she says she knows he misunderstands and unnoticed moves in for a kiss only to be devastated when Bernice says she'll happily help out at the church sale. And Scott is shocked when Bernice presents him with a huge bill for his works Christmas party which she wants paying the following day. The turmoil at the Sugdens is affecting Andy, only days before the boy is officially adopted by the family. But Jack reassures the perceptive youngster that whatever happens between him and Sarah he will still be his father. Kelly is deeply hurt when Scott warns her Lyn is coming back for a few days. Kathy has pangs of guilt about betraying Rachel with Graham. And Mandy phones Paddy to say she'll be back tomorrow.

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Episode 2636 (Wed 12th Jan 2000)

Kelly is desperate for someone to listen to her troubles. But Mandy is busy catching up with everyone since returning from her father's and when she appeals to Chris he cuts her to quick saying he's told her before, she should leave Roy. Alan convinces Diane to back Bernice and offer to help her with the money to buy The Woolpack. Eric takes a side-swipe at Graham in front of Kathy, doubting his trustworthiness. Betty tells Seth she's going to Hotten to meet a friend - what he doesn't know Is that the friend is her old flame Reggie. Lisa thinks she's got Zak out of the way for the health visitor. But he comes back shouting the odds and all but throws the poor woman out of the house.

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Episode 2637 (Thu 13th Jan 2000)

Kelly's troubles are mounting by the minute. She finally tells Mandy about the night with Scott while Roy was in prison but is unprepared for her reply. Meanwhile, Paddy discovers the pile of unfinished work Kelly has been hiding and tells her she's sacked. Later he softens but says she must start work at 6am each morning until she has caught up. At home things are bad too as Viv announces she's going to have to sell the shop. Jack and Sarah are moved when Andy says he couldn't bear losing another family. They agree to make an effort for the sake of the kids. Bernice and Diane announce their partnership at The Woolpack. And Graham wants to make it public about him and Kathy especially after Pete asks her for a date. But Kathy tells him it will all come out in good time. And Bernice breaks all ties with Gavin by ceremoniously throwing his engagement ring into the river - witnessed by Ashley.

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Episode 2638 (Tue 18th Jan 2000)

Kelly is in the depths of despair. With her life crumbling around her, the young girl can only see one way of solving all her problems. When Donna discovers her sister packing a bag she becomes convinced that she is planning to run away, but Kelly puts her mind to rest. Kelly explodes in fury when Viv complains that she isn't pulling her weight in the shop. Scott tries to talk sense into her but his words fall on deaf ears. When Kelly goes to tidy her father's grave Ashley interrupts her. But when she tries to talk to him about her problems, the Reverend tells her that he doesn't have time at the moment.

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Episode 2639 (Wed 19th Jan 2000)

Kelly's troubles have the village searching deep in their hearts. Roy thinks he's been a bad husband and confides in Scott unaware that he's more to blame than most. Viv and Donna feel they could have done more and Chris is contrite after turning her away when she asked for help. Mandy also wishes she'd listened more but gives Scott a real piece of her mind. And Ollie persuades Angie to let her go to the cinema with a new boyfriend much to her father's horror.

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Episode 2640 (Thu 20th Jan 2000)

Roy is at the hospital at Kelly's bedside. He tries to put the ring on Kelly's finger, but then retrieves it back from her. Donna, Viv and Terry arrive at the hospital, but Donna can't face the thought of Kelly helpless and rushes out of the corridor. Terry persuades Roy to get some rest, but as soon as he leaves the room, Viv feels helpless and wants to come too. With that, Roy shouts out, 'Never leave her, understand me?'. Breakfast at the Sugden's and Andy doesn't want to go to school. Jack discovers that Andy doesn't want the torment at school about Kelly trying to commit suicide, but Jack persuades him to go. Terry sits next to Donna at the hospital waiting room.

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Episode 2641 (Tue 25th Jan 2000)

Scott arrives in the hospital to see how Kelly is. Roy is at her bedside. Paddy feels guilty about what happened to Kelly. Mandy apologies to Paddy about the argument. Outside the post office, Donna misses her bus, and Kev asks if she wants a lift. In the car, Donna confides to Kev how she blames herself for what happened to Kelly, and that she knew she was drinking secretly. He comforts her. At the Dingle's house Lisa starts cleaning much to Zak's annoyance. He persuades Zak to get out of the house by money. Bernice calls a meeting with Alan, Diane and Tricia about how best to accommodate everyone. Alan and Diane will have their own room, and Trish and Bernice will share. Trish thinks it's a great idea to share clothes with Bernice, much to Bernice's horror! Back at the hospital, Roy feels as though she has let Kelly down.

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Episode 2642 (Wed 26th Jan 2000)

Roy is distraught that Kelly is refusing to see him. But the doctor advises him that in her present state of mind, it is essential that Kelly does not have any pressure put upon her. Kathy arrives at the hospital and persuades Roy to go home. Lisa visits Roy to see how he is coping and is shocked to discover that Kelly had been pregnant. Sarah tries to forget her marriage problems by going out with Angie for the evening. But when she returns home drunk, tempers flare. Eric reveals his suspicions about Graham to Marlon. Zoe has a heart to heart with Frankie about their relationship and how her life has changed since Liam's death. Betty is shocked to discover that Seth has invited Reggie to move into their house. And Sean tells Zak that he is interested in buying his pink diesel.

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Episode 2643 (Thu 27th Jan 2000)

It's the day of the inquest into Liam's death and Chris and Zoe prepare themselves to face the coroner. Chris is concerned by Zoe's refusal to discuss what they are going to say. Will she finally crack and tell the whole truth? Eric reveals to Marlon that he has a plan to flush Graham out. When Graham arrives home he discovers an anonymous letter accusing him of being a killer. Convinced that he knows who is responsible, Graham confronts Eric and threatens him - unaware that Marlon is listening to every word. Betty admits to Reggie that his arrival has brought back memories she has tried to forget.

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Episode 2644 (Tue 1st Feb 2000)

Graham destroys the letter that Eric sent accusing him of being a murderer. But unknown to him Marlon too has started to suspect his role in Rachel's death. He tells Eric that his plan to push Graham until he snaps is too dangerous. But how are they going to trap him? Kelly admits to Mandy that she is going to tell Roy about her affair with Scott. Betty visits Kelly and persuades her to talk about her problems. Their conversation spurs Betty to reveal her own misgivings to Seth about not having children. Marc gets his own back on Sean and Angie for missing his Parents Evening by holding a party while they are out. Jack seeks reassurance from Sarah about the state of their marriage. Meanwhile, Richie is embarrassed about the pass he made to her. And Zoe tells Chris that she doesn't approve of his intention to buy the Wylie farm.

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Episode 2645 (Wed 2nd Feb 2000)

Kelly is determined to rid herself of the guilt she feels over her affair with Scott. She asks Roy to visit her at the clinic to discuss their relationship. Kelly reveals the truth about her affair with Scott, and that she doesn't know who was the father of her unborn baby. She tells Roy that she is going to make a fresh start in London, a revelation that threatens to push him over the edge. Viv is puzzled to find Scott destroying Kelly's suicide letters. He admits that Kelly never wants to see him again. Marlon's mission to warn Kathy about Graham ends in failure, when she tells him to stop interfering in her life. Betty turns to Ashley for advice regarding Reggie's attempt to destroy her relationship with Seth. Richie informs Scott that Daletech is experiencing some serious financial difficulties. And Marc frames Ollie into taking the blame for the party at their house.

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Episode 2646 (Thu 3rd Feb 2000)

Roy has a heart to heart with Seth regarding his relationship with Kelly. His dreams are in tatters due to his wife's revelations. When Donna visits her sister and tells her how bad things are in the Windsor household, Kelly promises that she will be home soon. Kelly admits to Chris that she has been running away from her problems. Eric puts part two of his plan to flush Graham out into action. Concerned for Kathy's safety, he delivers another anonymous letter, alluding to Graham's involvement in his first wife's death. With his back against the wall, Graham approaches Kathy and tells her he wants to start a new life away from the village. But how will she react? Betty reveals the truth about Reggie's involvement in her life to Seth.

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Episode 2647 (Tue 8th Feb 2000)

Butch is horrified to discover that his mother has returned to the village. The young lad cannot believe her audacity - especially after all she has put her family through. Zak explains to Nellie that she will only be able to stay temporarily. But the cunning Dingle has other plans, and it's not long before she has her feet firmly under the table. Butch is knocked for six when Lisa reveals that Nellie has moved in to Mandy's old flat. But his anger turns to sympathy when she tells him of her own concerns. Seth cannot understand why Betty allowed Reggie to re-enter her life. When the scoundrel appears at his doorstep, Seth resorts to drastic measures to make him leave. Chris offers to support Kelly in her decision to make a fresh start in London.

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Episode 2648 (Wed 9th Feb 2000)

Roy's happiness hangs in the balance. Richie and Sarah give in to temptation. Eric and Marlon finally have Graham in their sights. Kelly has finally made a decision about her future - she is moving to London.

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Episode 2649 (Thu 10th Feb 2000)

Kathy offers Roy a solution to his marital problems. However Kelly is less than pleased with the suggestion. Kathy tells Roy that she doesn't think Kelly is good enough for him - he should finish their relationship before she ends up making both their lives a misery. Marlon's concerns for Kathy's safety grow. The worried Dingle confronts Graham and tells him that he knows he was responsible for his wife's and Rachel's deaths. Concerned by their interference, Graham suggests to Kathy that Eric and Marlon are trying to undermine their relationship, so that they can get their hands on the Diner.

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Episode 2650 (Mon 14th Feb 2000)

It's Valentine's Day and romance is in the air as Betty asks Seth to marry her. Viv assumes Richie has sent her a Valentine's card, which annoys Sarah. Richie himself is left upset when Sarah decides to spend the evening with Jack. Lisa immediately suspects Nellie when a Valentine's card arrives for Zak. Bernice and Marlon prepare for The Woolpack's aphrodisiac night. But will the magical powers of the food work? Bernice is curious when a blank Valentine's card arrives for her. That evening, her secret admirer - Ashley tries to reveal his true feelings, but Diane intercepts him. Marlon is horrified when Kathy admits that she is falling for Graham and races off to tell Eric. And Roy's attempt to cheer up Kelly with a romantic meal ends in disaster.

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Episode 2651 (Tue 15th Feb 2000)

Sarah gets angry when Jack's assumes that after last night, their relationship is back to normal. Jack tells Kathy that Sarah is only staying with him for the sake of the children. Sarah is furious to learn that Jack has been discussing the state of their marriage with Kathy. When Kathy offers her advice, Sarah tells her that she has no right to interfere in her affairs, especially after she gave up Alice without a fight. Lisa confronts Nellie and demands that she looks for somewhere else to live, but is left speechless when Zak says his ex will always be welcome. Eric goads Graham when he tells him that he has an appointment with his solicitor. Kathy offers Emily a job at the Diner - an action that causes a storm with her employer Viv. Betty confides to Bernice that she has done something daft - she has proposed to Seth and he has accepted. And Richie invites Sarah for a quiet drink at his offices - but will she accept?

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Episode 2652 (Wed 16th Feb 2000)

Sarah criticises Jack for airing their marriage problems to Kathy, and tells him that she got a slap around the face as a result. Sarah apologises to Kathy for her comments regarding Alice and is surprised when Kathy offers to forgive and forget. Lyn tells Scott she wants nothing more to do with him, after discovering the truth about Kelly. Kathy asks Zoe to help find Roy and Kelly a home of their own. Lisa tells Butch that she caught Zak and Nellie in a clinch, but is embarrassed after discovering Ollie sent Zak the Valentines card. Richie is relieved when Sarah tells him that she doesn't regret what happened last night - but they must keep their affair a secret. Chris is furious about business decisions taken without his knowledge, and is rocked further when Kelly reveals she has decided not to move to London, despite all his help.

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Episode 2653 (Thu 17th Feb 2000)

Graham surprises Kathy with the news that he has booked a holiday cottage on the coast. But will she agree to go away with him? Eric and Marlon threaten Graham - they will make him pay for his crimes. Eric admits to Sarah that he is worried about Kathy. But his words fall on deaf ears. Bernice forces Betty and Seth to admit their reservations about getting married. Richie tells Sarah that the only way they will be able to stop their affair is if one of them leaves the village. Zak and Lisa continue to bicker about Nellie's presence in the Dingle home. Richie has a go at Scott for not pulling his weight at Dale-Tec. And Zak's attempt to sell Sean his pink diesel ends in failure.

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Episode 2654 (Fri 18th Feb 2000)

Sarah tells Eric that Kathy has gone away for the weekend with Graham and he panics for her safety. Graham believes that Kathy has given his life a whole new purpose and wants her to move away with him. She assures him that she isn't ready to commit, and they depart on bad terms. Marlon comes to Eric's beck and calls as they begin to dig deep for information on where Kathy's gone. They interrogate Roy, who doesn't know. Eric decides that they have to break into Mill Cottage. Kathy begins packing her things to go home. Graham pleads with her to stay and locks the bedroom door behind him. The two partners in crime manage to break into Mill Cottage and find a holiday brochure for the place where Kathy and Graham are staying. The first seeds of doubt are planted in Kathy's mind when Graham tells her that Eric and Marlon blame him for Rachel's death

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Episode 2655 (Tue 22nd Feb 2000)

The village is awash with gossip now the truth is out about Graham and his role in Rachel's death. Eric wastes no time telling everyone that he suspected Graham, but even the police wouldn't listen to his theories, and he berates Sarah for not believing him and shouts at her and Betty in the diner when they say that he should have said something sooner. Chris plays the knight in shining armour when he moves reporters away from Kathy's front door, and later Terry asks another to leave The Woolpack.

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Episode 2656 (Wed 23rd Feb 2000)

Richie lands in hot water when he starts boasting about seeing an older married woman to regulars at the pub. Jack overhears him and innocently states that Sarah wouldn't mess around. Ollie's in deep trouble when Viv catches her stealing chocolates from her shop and drags her off to confront her parents. Viv is immovable when the four meet and tells Angie that she's had enough of thieves and wants to prosecute the wayward teenager. Claudia is deeply upset when Chris gives her the cold treatment after their moment of passion and Zoe isn't too happy with Frankie when she arrives back with a big hangover. However she mellows when Frankie explains exactly why she went to see Chris.

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Episode 2657 (Thu 24th Feb 2000)

Sarah is furious with Richie when she hears about his loose tongue. And she tells him she can't trust him and that their fling is over. Later at the pub Richie swallows his pride and announces that he was making the whole thing up and Sarah realises that he really does care for her. Angie and Sean try to discuss what's gone wrong with Ollie but ultimately end up bickering. The teenager confronts them in a flood of tears and begs them to stop. Nellie upsets Lisa again when she gives Emily an over-the-top makeover. With all her troubles seemingly behind her Kelly can hardly believe she's moving into Chris's cottage with Roy. Eric learns his story will be running on the front page of a local newspaper next week.

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Episode 2658 (Tue 29th Feb 2000)

Eric is delighted when he sees that the Hotten Courier has printed a story hailing him as a local hero for saving Kathy's life. Angie is annoyed when the press phone her wanting to know why she failed to spot a murderer living in the village. Her day goes from bad to worse when she makes Ollie apologise to Viv for shoplifting. Angie tries to appease the local shopkeeper by offering compensation, but Viv tells her that she still wants to involve the police. Marlon causes mischief when he tells Tricia that Laura's birthday party will have a kids fancy dress theme. She's mortified when she makes her grand entrance, dressed as a rabbit, only to discover that everyone else is dressed as normal. Lisa is furious when she finds that Zak has let Nellie look after Belle. When her husband returns home, Lisa issues him with an ultimatum - either Nellie leaves or she does. Chris tells Richie that he is interested in buying into Daletech - as long as Scott is no longer involved.

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Episode 2659 (Wed 1st March 2000)

The Dingle family is falling apart. Butch tries unsuccessfully to persuade Lisa not to leave. When Zak discovers his wife has left him he tells Nellie that he won't be bullied. Zak visits Lisa and tries to resolve the situation, but she won't return while Nellie is there. Paddy prepares a romantic meal to celebrate Mandy's return, but is disappointed when he opens the door to find Lisa there. Sean and Angie are concerned by Ollie's attitude at getting away with shoplifting, and decide she needs a lesson.

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Episode 2660 (Thu 2nd March 2000)

Paddy is in a difficult position. With Lisa living under his roof, he is worried that it may look as though he is taking sides in her argument with Zak. Eric warns Paddy that he should watch out when Zak finds out that he is sheltering his wife and daughter. Claudia questions Terry about Chris's love life. Kathy is amused when Claudia visits her and starts to enquire about her past relationship with Chris. Emily tells Ashley that she is writing a letter to the missing person's help line in an attempt to find her father. Ollie tells her parents that she won't forgive them for putting her through her ordeal at the police station. And Sean and Angie are left speechless when Marc interrupts their argument and suggests that they should split up.

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Episode 2661 (Tue 7th March 2000)

Alan invites Diane out for a day walking in the Dales but their ideas of an idyllic day turn out to be very different. Unimpressed by the country air Diane heads straight for nearest pub to flirt with the locals, much to Alan's disgust. Richie's business knowledge impresses cold-blooded Chris who agrees to give a contract to Daletec computers, on one condition - that Scott has no involvement. After a fall out with Zoe, Frankie heads off for a heavy night's drinking with Pete and returns to Home Farm in the early hours having lost her key. Her attempts to break into an upstairs window end in chaos when the alarms go off and the police arrive.

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Episode 2662 (Wed 8th March 2000)

Jack loses his temper with Robert after discovering that he has been cleaning cars to earn extra pocket money. In his anger he tells Andy that he feels more like a son than Robert and immediately regrets it. Scott agrees to hand over his share of the business to Richie, who keeps quiet about his arrangement with Chris. But Sarah wonders whether Richie is out of his depth in getting rid of Scott so ruthlessly. The Dingle family crisis takes a turn for the worse when Zak and Lisa come to blows over Nellie. Whilst Marlon is reluctant to get involved,

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Episode 2663 (Thu 9th March 2000)

Robert and Andy fall-out just as a letter finalising Andy's adoption hearing arrives. Sarah is adamant that Jack should repair his relationship with Robert before he takes on another son but Jack's attempts fail when he lashes out in anger. Mandy's return to the village sets the cat amongst pigeons when she undoes Butch's coaxing words to Zak by shouting endless abuse at him. Meanwhile, Butch tells Lisa that she is more of a mum to him than Nellie could ever be.

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Episode 2664 (Tue 14th March 2000)

The problems in the Sugden household continue to grow. Jack tries to apologise to Robert for losing his temper, but the damage is done. Sarah is furious when she learns Jack has let Andy take the day off school to help on the farm. Butch criticises Zak for his heavy drinking and tells him to sort himself out and talk to Lisa. Zak bumps into Lisa at the Diner and asks her to come home. But she tells him that she won't be returning until he has told Nellie to leave. Sean and Angie have a heart to heart about the state of their relationship.

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Episode 2665 (Wed 15th March 2000)

Emily's life is in turmoil when her father refuses to have anything to do with her while she is with Butch - which might be a long time because he's about to propose to her! Lisa refuses to let Zak take their daughter out of her sight. Things are so bad Butch tells Mandy that he would like to call a Dingle conference in an attempt to get Zak and Lisa back together. Viv organises a protest meeting against Tate Haulage and is surprised when Chris and Zoe arrive. Her attempt to gain support from the locals ends in failure when Chris explains that most local businesses have benefited from Tate Haulage in one way or another. And Tricia and Bernice take an immediate shine to Carlos, the new chef.

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Episode 2666 (Thu 16th March 2000)

Sarah finds Andy contemplating in the yard. She guarantees him that there is no reason to worry and that going to court is just a formality. During a gloat about Viv's campaign, Zoe calls attention to Chris that a portion of the locals is genuinely concerned about Tate Haulage's position in the community. Butch visits Lisa to ask her to come Wishing Well for a family conference which she hesitantly consents to. Kathy assures Viv that she will try anything to stop the trucks coming through the village. Carlos utilizes his charms on Viv and succeeds. At court, the judge tells the Sugden's that adoption is a very crucial matter and solicits what Robert thinks from the circumstance, to which he answers on commenting about Jack's brutality.

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Episode 2667 (Mon 20th March 2000)

The atmosphere at the Dingles is at an all-time low. Zak is in a foul mood following the shambles of the Dingle family conference. Lisa arrives at the Dingles to ask Zak to baby-sit. But when Nellie makes it clear that she is unwelcome, Butch shocks his mother by taking Lisa's side. Butch tells Emily that he has an idea how they can build some bridges with her father - he is going to ask him for her hand in marriage.

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Episode 2668 (Tue 21st March 2000)

The peace and tranquillity of the village is shattered when disaster strikes. A crash brings Emmerdale to a stand still, when an out of control lorry driven by Pete, collides with the supermarket bus. The Woolpack regulars hear an almighty thud and rush out to see the carnage. Paddy rushes over to help but injures his arm. Alan is OK but is horrified to discover that he is the only one who has managed to escape from the wreckage and is comforted by Eric and Tricia, so what has become of the other passengers, including Kathy, Sarah, Victoria, Seth, Marc and Butch?

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Episode 2669 (Wed 22nd March 2000)

The rescue operation enters the night and the villagers are becoming frustrated by how long the emergency services are taking. Suddenly, voices are heard from the wreckage, and the hopes of those present grow. The Dingles are overwhelmed with relief when Butch is brought out from the wreckage. Emily tells him that they've been blessed. The P.C. Gemmell questions Alan and Viv about the accident. Viv blames the whole crash on Pete. Jack suggests to Chris that he is only present so that he can work out a press statement, seeing that it was his vehicles that were involved in the accident. Chris fears the worst when a lifeless blonde woman is brought off the bus, but is it Kathy? And he reacts angrily when a department of transport investigator tries to question him

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Episode 2670 (Thu 23rd March 2000)

The village tries to come to terms with the aftermath of the bus crash. Relatives comfort one another as victims recover in hospital. Sarah is concerned that Jack won't be able to manage without her. He assures her that at a time like this everyone pulls together. Kathy asks Chris to help the village return to normal. Laura calls an urgent board meeting at Tate Haulage. The legal eagle informs those present that she has drafted a press release, and warns them about making any comments, which might imply the company is guilty of negligence. Chris says that Tate Haulage will survive - whatever it takes. Zoe wants Tate Haulage to take steps to help the people who were in the accident.

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Episode 2671 (Fri 24th March 2000)

With Butch lying in hospital having been told he isn't going to recover from his injuries, Emily looks to their brief future together. The pair talk about their forthcoming wedding and decide that there is no time like the present. Butch enlists Marlon to be his best man and plans are hastily made, including an impromptu stag party. Zak goes in search of Ashley and asks him to conduct the wedding ceremony. Emily is overjoyed when Lisa produces the dress that Butch bought her. With their friends and family in attendance, Ashley marries the happy couple. The family leave the couple alone, and Emily stays with Butch until he dies. Laura tells Chris, Zoe and Sean that Pete had not been drinking before the accident. The Sugden family visit Sarah in hospital to celebrate her birthday. She cannot help but enquire about Richie.

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Episode 2672 (Tue 28th March 2000)

The aftermath of the bus crash threatens to tear the village apart. Friends are becoming enemies as everyone tries to apportion blame. Frankie intimates that Zoe and Chris are only concerned about what is best for Tate Haulage. And she is appalled when she overhears Chris and Zoe's blase attitude towards the crash, and fuelled by her anger, storms out of Home Farm. Scott has devised a new way of getting rich quick - blackmail. And Alan accuses Eric of only attending bus crash victim Councillor Simmons funeral so that he can make business contacts.

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Episode 2673 (Wed 29th March 2000)

Betty is panic stricken when she overhears a doctor telling a nurse that an elderly patient has died. She races to Seth's ward to find his bed empty. Her fears are put to rest by a doctor, but where could the mischievous old man have gone? Zak and Nellie are speechless when Eric arrives accompanied by a surprise visitor, their son Sam! Sean becomes concerned when he discovers that the paperwork for the service on Pete's lorry was never completed. The inspection at Tate Haulage begins, and Blanchard tells Chris and Sean that he will identify whoever is responsible for the crash. Chris tells Zoe he intends to place the blame for the crash with Sean. Jack makes an effort to repair his relationship with Robert. He tells his son that he does not expect him to take over the reigns on the farm, the most important thing is that he finds a job that he will enjoy. And Richie is furious when Scott drops by the Sugdens house to see him.

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Episode 2674 (Thu 30th March 2000)

Chris tells Sean they need to put up a united front over Tate Haulage's involvement in the accident. He suggests that Laura, as a lawyer, should put the company's case to the Department of Transport Inspectors. But will she be able to convince them that they were not responsible? Loves young dreams, Donna and Marc are having problems finding time to spend together. But when Ollie tells him that she is going out, he seizes the opportunity. Marc tells his sister that he won't be able to leave the house because he has too much homework and with the family out of the way, he invites Donna over. And it's not long before they are doing more than homework! But, their moment of teenage passion is broken when Ollie walks in unannounced and is appalled to find her brother and best friend in a clinch. Lisa confides to Roy that she feels that she may have been responsible for the bus crash.

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Episode 2675 (Tue 4th April 2000)

Wracked with guilt Lisa confides in Paddy that she didn't finish servicing a lorry and this may have inadvertently caused the bus crash. Violence erupts in The Woolpack when a customer threatens Angie causing a protective Sean to lash out forcing Terry to attempt to restore order. Kelly shocks Mandy and Paddy by inviting them around for an expensive takeaway - at their expense! Emily's father reveals he's got a new job, leaving Emily heartbroken that he will have to leave Emmerdale.

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Episode 2676 (Wed 5th April 2000)

A defiant Sean refuses to apologise for starting a fight but Chris doesn't want another scandal alongside the transport investigation so - at a Tate Haulage meeting - Sean is taken off the board. Kathy organises a fund-raising campaign for the families of the crash victims but is shocked by Chris's lack of compassion. Feeling left out, Ollie suggests to Angie that Donna and Marc may have slept together in an attempt to split them up.

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Episode 2677 (Thu 6th April 2000)

Sean is determined not to apologise for the fight but Angie - realising they need the money - implores Chris to reinstate him on the board. The Department of Transport conclude that Tate Haulage may be liable for prosecution causing Chris to try and blame Lisa for the accident. Fuelled by Ollie's malicious gossip Angie tells Viv she suspects Donna and Marc have slept together, leaving her livid. Ashley invites Bernice for a dinner that culminates in a shocking revelation; he's in love with her.

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Episode 2678 (Tue 11th April 2000)

Rivals Adam and Marlon vie for the attentions of Tricia and are keen to agree to Kathy's suggestion that they should battle it out in a cookery competition. Lisa refuses to deny that the crash wasn't her fault which frustrates Kathy who confronts Chris about his accusations. Donna and Marc continue to see one another, ignoring their parent's disapproval.

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Episode 2679 (Wed 12th April 2000)

A destitute Sean confides in Lisa that he's been kicked off the board of Tate Haulage and submersed with guilt she reveals she did tell Pete the lorry was unsafe to drive. A happy family meal goes sour when Zak tells Nellie he wants to leave her. Meanwhile, Sarah gives Richie similar news; her family come first and their affair is over.

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Episode 2680 (Thu 13th April 2000)

Nellie admits to Zak that she still loves Butch, even beyond the grave, which causes him to maliciously crush some flowers Butch once planted. Later they make amends and consolidate their love for one another in bed. Carlos plans to get a new place with Marlon and Terry but is beaten to it by Richie who is desperate to get away from the Sugen household. Angie is angry to find Sean gardening rather than trying to get his job back.

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Episode 2681 (Tue 18th April 2000)

Angie forces Sean up to the haulage yard when she sees the family are at stake. Instead, he spends his day at the pub and is talked into joining Kathy’s campaign. Angie’s furious to discover this and confronts Sean. It’s clear she has no remorse for the village, Lisa or the Dingles, and demands that Sean must stay loyal to the company for the sake of their family. The morning after, Zak instantly regrets spending the night with Nellie and desperately tries to escape her amorous clutches. Tricia takes it upon herself to fix Ashley and Bernice when Bernice is beside herself at work. She’s gutted to hear from Ashley that Bernice will never love him, and because of the strongness of his feelings towards her, he has to accept that. Sarah’s getting frustrated with family life, while Jack’s happy to have spent the day with his children while they taught Victoria how to ride a bike.

51

Episode 2682 (Thu 20th April 2000)

Tensions run high at the village meeting and Sean is torn between supporting Lisa and joining his family in blaming her for the bus crash. At the meeting, Sean defends safety at Tate Haulage and Lisa tells everyone that she advised Pete not to take the truck out but Chris manages to twist her words by accusing her of trying to pin the blame on a dead man. Roy leaps to her defence but, when Chris questions him, he has to admit that he didn't hear Lisa warn Pete and no one can back up her story.

52

Episode 2683 (Tue 25th April 2000)

Chris is overjoyed that he managed to ruin the village meeting but Laura warns him that the battle is far from over. Bernice finally succumbs to Ashley's charms and jumps to his defence when Betty and Viv brand him a thug. Richie is determined to move out the house but Sarah has second thoughts despite her decision that they should end their relationship.

53

Episode 2684 (Wed 26th April 2000)

Ashley wakes up with Bernice and is delighted when she says she wants to continue their relationship. Lisa's customers cancel their appointments after her revelation of negligence and she faces financial ruin leaving her with no option but to close down and move in with Betty. Kathy goes to confront Chris but is repelled by Laura who threatens to call the police so she seeks out Zoe and demands the truth.

54

Episode 2685 (Thu 27th April 2000)

Kelly feels Roy is selling himself short by taking on a new job working on the Sugden's farm. Her foul mood results in a fight with Mandy, whereupon Mandy vows to have nothing more to do with her. Seth and Zak are forced to contend with Cain who tags along on a poaching trip that abruptly ends when he inadvertently shoots Zak. Eric announces that he's going to stand for council in the local elections but gets off to a bad start with Ashley when he attempts to discuss the morals of a vicar sleeping with a barmaid.

55

Episode 2686 (Mon 1st May 2000)

Viv puts pay to a romantic meal between Donna and Marc when she storms in and demands her daughter leave. Ollie embarrasses Andy when she persuades him to dance with her and then laughs in his face causing him to run home in tears. Terry and Claudia arrange an evening out together that quickly turns to a night of passion.

56

Episode 2687 (Tue 2nd May 2000)

Chris arrives at the Haulage Yard to find that the lorries have been sabotaged but threatens to fire the drivers unless they use them. Kathy and Angie suspect Cain is responsible but he is adamant that he is innocent. Following her public humiliation, Donna refuses to have anything more to do with Viv and is determined to live out her relationship with Marc. Sean and Angie are shocked to learn that Ollie has been stealing at school and has been expelled!

57

Episode 2688 (Wed 3rd May 2000)

The Tate Haulage drivers go on strike, refusing to work in unsafe conditions, meaning Chris has no option but to seek help from arch enemy Sean. Zak tells Nellie that their night of passion meant nothing and demands she leave the house, professing that Lisa is the woman he loves and thus persuading her to move back in.

58

Episode 2689 (Thu 4th May 2000)

Lisa is livid to find out about Zak's night with Nellie and throws her out of the house. She refuses to listen to his pleas for forgiveness obstinate that she cannot trust him. Kathy attempts to disrupt a clandestine meeting Chris has arranged over the road accident but her intentions are foiled when a local paper captures her throwing a glass of brandy in his face. Sean chastises Ollie over allegations that she is a thief and threatens her with boarding school which pushes her to run away from home.

59

Episode 2690 (Tue 9th May 2000)

Chris confronts Claudia adamant that she must have told Kathy about his secret meeting. Her denials fall on deaf ears and he fires her causing her to pose the question to Terry; should they leave the village? Kathy is furious to see a Tate Haulage lorry so soon after the accident but Sean is more concerned with where Ollie might be. Andy is shocked to discover her in the Sugden's barn where she swears him to secrecy steadfast that she's not going home.

60

Episode 2691 (Thu 11th May 2000)

Bernice and Ashley get together when they go on a camping trip with Tricia and Adam who have less luck with their romantic exploits. Andy unsuccessfully tries to convince Ollie to go back to her parents but she shocks him with the revelation that Sarah and Richie are having an affair. Rejected by Zak, Nellie attempts to persuade Sam to return to Ireland with her, leaving him in an awkward predicament.

61

Episode 2692 (Fri 12th May 2000)

Robert isn't happy when Andy is allowed the day off school, knowing he's faking his illness. Zoe feels excluded when Frankie is spending most of her time with Jason, who is slowly but shortly outstaying his welcome at Home Farm. However, unbeknown to Zoe when Frankie tells him he can stay for as long as he wants. Tricia, Adam, Bernice and Ashley return to the village from their camping trip, however, it seems Ashley and Bernice were the only ones who truly enjoyed themselves. Andy brings Ollie suppliances who is still squatting in the Farm's barn. Ollie offers her condolences to Andy after what she heard between Sarah and Richie, Andy is reluctant to believe it. He tries to persuade her to contact her parents to reassure them she's okay,

62

Episode 2693 (Tue 16th May 2000)

Robert discovers Ollie’s hiding place and threatens to tell all where she is, she blackmails him using Andy as a source. After spending all night in the car, Eric and Sam awake outside the hotel to see Councillor Ecclestone leaving. Pollard takes several snaps to gather his evidence. Charity is furious when she’s conned by Pollard, who promised her £200 for her deeds with Ecclestone, but instead receives a blank piece of paper. Pollard tells her that her work is a pay-off for the money she stole off him at Butch’s funeral. Kathy persuades Bernice to join them on the Tate Haulage protest. Richie plans to take Sarah away for the day to look at a cottage in Robblesfield for the two of them. Richie covers for Sarah’s whereabouts by telling Jack that she has a physio appointment. Andy is suspicious.

63

Episode 2694 (Wed 17th May 2000)

Ollie returns home and Andy is left incredulous after Sarah chastises him for his involvement in the disappearance whilst all the time lying about her affair with Richie. Chris is furious to discover the weight restriction Councillor Ecclestone has imposed on the wagons and Kathy - pleased with chaos the protest caused - is released from prison.

64

Episode 2695 (Thu 18th May 2000)

Ollie comes to blows with Angie and stuns her with the revelation that Sarah is having an affair with Richie. Tricia persuades an unenthusiastic Adam to go on holiday to Spain with her so she persuades Carlos to give her Spanish lessons and becomes mesmerised by his accent. Kathy plans a holiday to Australia to celebrate her victory in getting the lorries restricted whilst Betty and Diane spar over who will run the diner in her absence.

65

Episode 2696 (Tue 23rd May 2000)

Sarah fears her affair with Richie will be exposed after she finds out that Ollie has been telling everyone. She confronts Andy and tries to persuade him Ollie's imagination has run riot, but as suspense mounts so do the rumours. Eric and Alan come to blows over each other's election campaigns but the conflict is resolved when Alan suggests they should hold an open debate.

66

Episode 2697 (Wed 24th May 2000)

Sarah confesses that she's having an affair with Richie then drops the bombshell that she's planning to set up home with him! Betty is angered by Kathy's decision to let Diane manage the diner as she sees no reason why she can't do it. Sparks fly between Mandy and Paddy when Mandy suggests Jason could move in with them.

67

Episode 2698 (Thu 25th May 2000)

Eric's underhand methods for winning the election reach an all-time low when he covers up his rivals posters and Tricia advises Alan to adopt similar tactics raising the question, how low will the depths of their adversity sink to? Roy's hopes for a romantic evening with Kelly are shattered when she criticises him for losing his job, whilst Richie gives Sarah an ultimatum; tell Jack about their affair or he will.

68

Episode 2699 (Tue 30th May 2000)

Richie pressures Sarah, so she agrees to tell Jack. Ollie tells Angie that she saw Sarah and Richie kissing, so Angie warns her to keep quiet, but that doesn't stop Ollie from teasing her. Sarah confides in Angie that she isn't prepared to leave Jack and Angie tells her that she's playing with fire. But later in lost in lust with Richie, she tells him that they have waited long enough. Richie rushes home and packs his and Sarah's belongings. But when Robert turns up home early, Richie takes him out, leaving the cases in Sarah's bedroom. Jack and Sarah make it back home alone and Sarah tries to pluck up the courage to talk to Jack. She's unable to tell him, but when Jack goes upstairs and discovers the cases and an impatient Richie arrives, Richie spills the beans. As Sarah and Richie leave, a distraught Jack calls out her name. It's the day of the May Fair in Emmerdale and Bernice's first official engagement.

69

Episode 2700 (Wed 31st May 2000)

Jack tells his son Andy that their mother Sarah has left them and Andy breaks down in tears. Sarah is torn apart by her decision to leave Jack and fearing she may have made a mistake begs him to let her speak to the kids. Distraught and disillusioned, Jack tells her that as far as he's concerned, the children no longer have a mother.

70

Episode 2701 (Thu 1st June 2000)

When Viv finds out that Sarah has been staying with Richie at the farm, news of their affair hits the village like a thunderbolt. Kathy confronts Sarah, feeling she is utterly selfish, and sacks her. A potential appearance on local radio is spoiled for Andy when Mandy mischievously orchestrates it for Paddy to appear in his place. Sam gets caught up in Viv and Eric's electioneering and a decision to help them both out can only end in disaster.

71

Episode 2702 (Tue 6th June 2000)

Jack comes to regret a decision to let Angie collect the kids from school, when Angie is swayed by Sarah to let her talk to them. Victoria lets slip what happened and Jack confronts Angie and accuses her of betrayal. Adam is furious to find out Mandy and Paddy have taken over his radio appearance, even more so when Mandy is offered her own regular slot as a mystic vet consultant.

72

Episode 2703 (Wed 7th June 2000)

Jack rejects Ashley's offer of marriage counselling and meets Laura to discuss his impending battle for custody of his kids. An alcohol fuelled Adam confronts Mandy about stealing his radio job and Viv receives some unwelcome advice from Edna who tells her she'll never win if she continues to dress like a strumpet!

73

Episode 2704 (Thu 8th June 2000)

It's the day of the local election and the candidates are all desperate to win votes, no one more so than Eric who is not adverse to using bribery to secure votes. Tricia announces her informal exit pole and declares Alan the winner, but will this result be reflected in the official court? Ashley is torn between his commitment to the church and love for Bernice when he is confronted by the Bishop about their relationship. A letter from Sarah poses a dilemma for Jack; should he show it to the children or destroy it?

74

Episode 2705 (Tue 13th June 2000)

Eric is declared winner of the local election and gloats about his success much to many of the resident's anger. None more so than Chris who manages to get the crooked councillor to come to an 'arrangement,' but at what cost? Ashley's dilemma over his relationship with Bernice escalates when Viv accuses him of trampling on family values. Ashley can take no more when Edna calls Bernice a tarty landlady and confronts everyone at The Woolpack.

75

Episode 2706 (Wed 14th June 2000)

Edna storms in on Ashley's church service and confronts Sarah about her affair with Richie. Ashley attempts to intervene but Edna accuses him of being a corrupt vicar. Sean and Angie organise a party to celebrate Marc passing his exams, but are devastated when he arrives home only to reveal he's failed. Eric refuses to pay Charity for helping him win the election but soon changes his mind when she threatens to expose his electioneering to Councillor Ecclestone.

76

Episode 2707 (Thu 15th June 2000)

The Reynolds are in shock over Marc's exams, but he has a secret; he failed them deliberately and is planning to start a new independent life and move in with Marlon. Jack hides Sarah's letter and tells her the children don't want to see her. This causers her to run home distressed to Richie, but he's quickly loosing patience. Chris and Laura set about orchestrate a scam that will result in Sean taking the rap should Tate Haulage be found guilty in the crash investigation.

77

Episode 2708 (Tue 20th June 2000)

Sarah is lambasted by Viv and Edna over her relationship with Richie at the post office where they tell her child benefit is for children, not the cradle-snatching mothers and their toy boys! Later a confrontation in the pub results in a fight between Richie and Jack. Marc enjoys his new independence living with Marlon and the Reynolds attempts to get him to come home fall on deaf ears.

78

Episode 2709 (Wed 21st June 2000)

Jack repents over his behaviour towards Sarah and organises for the kids to visit her. However he soon comes to regret this when she tells the kids they will soon live with her permanently! Terry and Carlos are less enthusiastic about Marc living with them so confront Marlon and tell him his friend must move out. Scott is having difficulties getting his garage business off the ground and accepts a dubious loan arrangement from Eric that can only end badly.

79

Episode 2710 (Thu 22nd June 2000)

Lady Tara hosts a home coming party and Chris unsuccessfully attempts to flirt with her to secure investment in Tate Haulage, whilst Adam turns up with Virginia despite the fact he's dating Tricia! Sean spirits Angie away upstairs, whereupon Chris and Tara walk in to find them in a compromising position. Jack decides the kids should go to Spain whilst he and Sarah battle it out for custody and whilst she is less than certain, he gives her no choice.

80

Episode 2711 (27th June 2000)

Kelly finds out that Roy was chatting up Tricia at the party, whilst Tricia quizzes Mandy about Adam's antics. Whilst Mandy bites her tongue, Marlon is faced with a dilemma; should he tell her what happened? The antagonism between Sarah and Jack is taking its toll on Richie and he confesses to Sarah that he feels they're not as close as they used to be.

81

Episode 2712 (Thu 29th June 2000) (Part 1)

Marlon is determined to expose Adam as a love-rat so he persuades Virginia to reveal the truth about him to Tricia. Roy is furious to find out that Kelly has got him a job interview to stack shelves in the local supermarket and this forces him to swallow his pride and accept Scott's offer of a job at the garage. Laura is angry that Lady Tara has lied about her dire financial state, but agrees to help her convince Chris and Zoe to run a stud farm.

82

Episode 2713 (Thu 29th June 2000) (Part 2)

Tricia turns up at Adam's for a romantic night in and is shocked to find Virginia there, calling him back to bed! Kelly is distressed to hear about Roy and Scott's new partnership and express her distaste, but Roy tells her she'd better get used to it. Zoe rejects Lady Tara's proposal that she should invest in a stud farm leaving Laura's plans in tatters.

83

Episode 2714 (Tue 4th July 2000)

Tricia is devastated after last night's events and has been up all night crying. Meanwhile, Marlon's over the moon and very pleased with himself. Bernice hounds on Marlon for setting Tricia up when he arrives at work looking very happy. Marlon feels terrible, but Bernice refuses to let him near Tricia. Alan has words with Adam, but it's clear he hasn't been hurt in any of this. Finally, Marlon manages to track Tricia down. He confesses that he was responsible for setting her up, but then tells her he fancies her like mad. Tricia's disgusted. Charity spots Chris handing Eric over a handful of cash and decides to take a trip up to Home Farm. She has a proposition for him and they agree to a private arrangement. Sam phones up the radio to speak to Mystic Mandy when he has problems with Arlie the pig. He's pleased with the advice he gets when they turn into good results.

84

Episode 2715 (Wed 5th July 2000)

Marlon is concerned that in his efforts to expose Adam he may have destroyed his friendship with Tricia, but Bernice is hopeful he will be able to repair the damage. Tricia regrets a decision to turn down an offer to stay the night at The Woolpack when a shadowy figure breaks into her room. Marc rejects Sean's attempts to persuade him to return home and moves in with Jack.

85

Episode 2716 (Thu 6th July 2000)

Tricia is left distressed by last night's burglary and suspicion falls upon Lisa who has a spare set of keys to the house. Angie asks Jason and Lisa to accompany her to the station and clear everything up, but a hungover Jason throws up, so Lisa goes alone. Jason is convinced Cain is responsible and confronts him, causing Cain to admit he has an incriminating piece of evidence; a locket taken from Tricia's room. Jason tells Cain if he takes the stuff back, then he'll keep quiet, but Cain doesn't take too kindly to being threatened and gives him a kicking.

86

Episode 2717 (Mon 10th July 2000)

In the aftermath of the burglary Lisa is questioned and it becomes obvious to Zak that she will be blamed. He resolves to clear her name and confronts the real culprit, Cain. Edna confronts Ashley over what she sees as his torrid affair and contacts the Bishop in an effort to get him expelled from the church.

87

Episode 2718 (Tue 11th July 2000)

The Bishop is influenced by Edna's malicious stirring and suggests Ashley leave the village. Ashley is faced with a dilemma; will Bernice want to move up North with him? Zak demands Cain return Kathy's belongings and Cain is forced to admit that he has already sold some of the jewellery. Tricia and Marlon's relationship develops and Tricia finally admits that she is considering starting a relationship with him.

88

Episode 2719 (Wed 12th July 2000)

Ashley tells Bernice he has to visit a parish in Leeds, but little does she know the real reason for his trip; a new job. Chris unsuccessfully attempts to woo Tara to secure her investment in Tate Haulage, but she is left unimpressed. Cain continues to antagonise the Dingles and things come to a head when he accuses Lisa of being responsible for Butch's death.

89

Episode 2720 (Thu 13th July 2000)

Bernice is excited at the prospect of her forthcoming wedding to Ashley whilst best woman Zoe is concerned to hear Bernice knows nothing of Ashley's plans to move up north. Things come to a head when Bernice reveals to Ashley that she has asked the Bishop - the cause of his discomfort - to marry them! Chris has dinner with Tara as part of his continuing attempts to get her to invest in Tate Haulage, but she is more interested in persuading him to invest in the Stud Farm.

90

Episode 2721 (Fri 14th July 2000)

Bernice and Ashley's wedding plans are put at stake when Ashley inadvertently lets slip to the Bishop that he hasn't told his soon-to-be wife about his plans to move to Leeds. Ashley's dilemma heightens when Bernice makes him promise that there will be no secrets between the two of them.

91

Episode 2722 (Tue 18th July 2000)

Money comes between Roy and Scott when Roy suggests they both take a pay cut for the greater good of the business. Kathy thanks Zak and Lisa for returning her stolen belongings but Zak still refuses to admit that it had anything to do with him. Jack shocks Diane by declaring he will fight Sarah to the bitter end and get custody of his children; no matter what.

92

Episode 2723 (Wed 19th July 2000)

The findings of the investigation into the bus crash are finally revealed; Tate Haulage is in the clear! A devastated Emily interrupts Chris's champagne celebration and demands to see the report. He gives it to her and Kathy circulates it around the village, stirring up resentment. Roy refuses to go to Scott's birthday meal and continues to nurse resentment for him in the aftermath of their altercation.

93

Episode 2724 (Thu 20th July 2000)

The results of the investigation into the bus crash are made public. Roy refuses to go to Scott's birthday meal. Emily breaks down after reading the investigation's report.

94

Episode 2725 (Tue 25th July 2000)

Kathy encourages Emily to fight against the results of the report. Sarah and Richie arrive back in the village. Donna tells Ollie she thinks Roy hit Scott.

95

Episode 2726 (Wed 26th July 2000)

Emily receives the offer of an out-of-court settlement from Chris. Donna is determined to find out what happened between Roy and Scott.

96

Episode 2727 (Thu 27th July 2000)

Emily is shaken by her anger towards Chris. Richie gets a frosty reception when he turns up at the Woolpack. Ollie lands herself a job working for Lady Tara.

97

Episode 2728 (Tue 1st Aug 2000)

Jack tells Diane he is not ready for another relationship. Kelly accuses Roy of flirting with Tricia. Jack tells Chris he is willing to sell him his farm land.

98

Episode 2729 (Wed 2nd Aug 2000)

Ned apologises for his behavior at Kelly and Roy's wedding. Cain plots his revenge against the Reynolds for Butch's death. Frankie borrows Tara's car and it goes missing

99

Episode 2730 (Thu 3rd Aug 2000)

Cain and Sam's revenge plans are unexpectedly interrupted by Sean and Emily. They mystery of Tara's missing car is resolved. Marlon is desperate to take Tricia on holiday.

100

Episode 2731 (Tue 8th Aug 2000)

Emily and Sam panic while Sean lies unconscious. Jack angrily rejects Angie's advice on his custody case. Ashley announces his engagement to Bernice at the Parish meeting.

101

Episode 2732 (Wed 9th Aug 2000)

Sam is distraught when Emily rejects him. Angie is tshocked when she finds Cain alone with Ollie in their house. Tara is pressed for money for the stud farm.

102

Episode 2733 (Thu 10th Aug 2000)

Tara's dire financial problems cause her distress. Laura returns from Monaco with news of Tara's divorce settlement. Zak goes on the hunt for Sam.

103

Episode 2734 (Tue 15th Aug 2000)

Laura is not happy when Tara tries to backtrack on her deal with her. Zak discovers the reason why Sam ran away. Bernice and Kathy go looking for wedding dresses.

104

Episode 2735 (Wed 16th Aug 2000)

Tragedy strikes when Paddy is kicked unconscious by a horse. Roy refuses to fix Richie's car. Ashley cannot bring himself to tell Bernice about his interview in Leeds.

105

Episode 2736 (Thu 17th Aug 2000)

Paddy remains in critical condition after his accident. Kelly is thrilled when Roy tells her about Ned's offer for them to move to Ibiza. Ashley tells Bernice about the job.

106

Episode 2737 (Tue 22nd Aug 2000)

Bernice is in shock after Ashley's revelation and refuses to move to Leeds. Angie warns Cain to leave Ollie alone. Tara apologises to Sean about the incident with the horse.

107

Episode 2738 (Wed 23rd Aug 2000)

Roy and Kelly prepare for their new lives in Ibiza. Bernice and Ashley refuse to compromise with each other. Sarah attempts to talk to Jack.

108

Episode 2739 (Thu 24th Aug 2000)

Kelly arrives back at the Woolpack and is confronted by Donna, who tells the whole pub about her and Scott. Chris agrees to let Sarah and Richie rent his cottage.

109

Episode 2740 (Tue 29th Aug 2000)

Viv refuses to let Kelly in her house after Donna's revelation about Scott. Tricia persuades Ashley to sacrifice his job for Bernice. Jack and Sarah continue to feud.

110

Episode 2741 (Wed 30th Aug 2000)

Jack rejects Sarah's request for Victoria to stay over at hers. Ashley is torn between his career and his love for Bernice. Kelly breaks down and blames herself for Roy leaving.

111

Episode 2742 (Thu 31st Aug 2000)

Bernice secretly visits the place where Ashley is considering working. Kelly receives a frosty reception at the Woolpack from Mandy and Edna.

112

Episode 2743 (Tue 5th Sept 2000)

Bernice decides to follow her heart and move to Leeds with Ashley. The harsh reality of divorce hits Andy and Robert. Viv evicts Scott from her house.

113

Episode 2744 (Wed 6th Sept 2000)

Edna makes her feelings known about Bernice's relationship with Ashley. Alan and Zak are furious to discover the Tates are running the school bus service.

114

Episode 2745 (Thu 7th Sept 2000)

A court hearing is set for Jack and Sarah. Andy accuses Sarah of splitting up the family. Ashley hosts his final service before moving to Leeds.

115

Episode 2746 (Tue 12th Sept 2000)

Ashley faces a dilemma when he has to tell the Bishop he has changed his mind about the job in Leeds. Seth is robbed by two teenage girls.

116

Episode 2747 (Wed 13th Sept 2000)

Betty is furious when she finds out about Seth's gambling. Jack questions Richie's commitment to Sarah. Marlon's dreams of running The Woolpack are shattered.

117

Episode 2748 (Thu 14th Sept 2000)

Charity's relationship with Chris faces complications thanks to Zak. Mandy is furious when Paddy announces that they are going to start trying for a baby.

118

Episode 2749 (Tue 19th Sept 2000)

Donna is confused by the revelations about Scott and Kelly. Everyone rallies round Seth after his mugging and urge him to go the police.

119

Episode 2750 (Wed 20th Sept 2000)

When Ollie tells her mother about Seth's mugging, she immediately suspects Ollie might know more than she's letting on. Viv is smitten with Bob, a hosiery salesman.

120

Episode 2751 (Thu 21st Sept 2000)

Richie and Sarah's relationship starts to wear thin. Moral crusader Edna is shocked to walk into the post office to find Viv and Bob kissing after their night of passion together.

121

Episode 2752 (Tue 26th Sept 2000)

Sarah is shocked to discover Richie has extended his invitation to have Scott stay longer. Kelly accepts Viv's offer to move home. Paddy decides to visit Mandy in Southampton.

122

Episode 2753 (Wed 27th Sept 2000)

Paddy is left speechless by a shocking discovery. Bernice, Tricia and Diane plans to find a man for Kathy take a hopeful turn when persuade haulage driver Mike to take her out.

123

Episode 2754 (Thu 28th Sept 2000)

Paddy returns from Southampton unsure if Mandy still loves him. The girls' plan to set up Kathy with Mike backfires. Seth has a big win on the horses and decides to treat Betty.

124

Episode 2755 (Mon 2nd Oct 2000)

Mandy and Paddy's relationship remains on the rocks. Paddy is in turmoil and is not sure he can just forgive Mandy for her transgression.

125

Episode 2756 (Tue 3rd Oct 2000)

Zak confronts Paddy, who later breaks down and admits to Mandy he is not sure how he will cope without her. Ollie feels she might know who mugged Seth.

126

Episode 2757 (Wed 4th Oct 2000)

Ollie tells Seth she knows who attacked him. Zak attempts to make amends with Paddy. Robert turns to Sarah for help with his GCSEs after Jack refuses to listen to his worries.

127

Episode 2758 (Thu 5th Oct 2000)

Seth confronts his attackers and Angie arrives to arrest the guilty pair. Sarah makes plans to celebrate Richie's birthday. Jack and Sarah's custody hearing grows ever closer.

128

Episode 2759 (Fri 6th Oct 2000)

The Sugdens' custody hearing begins. Jack is upset to learn that Robert visited Sarah for help. Viv is upset when Bob fails to turn up for a rendezvous they arranged.

129

Episode 2760 (Mon 9th Oct 2000)

Jack is devastated when the court makes its decision. Charity hits it off with Terry. Viv is excited about Bob spending the night. Seth returns to the Woolpack.

130

Episode 2761 (Tue 10th Oct 2000)

Terry confesses his feelings towards Charity. Turner worries that Paddy is turning into an alcoholic. Bernice and Ashley organise their wedding list.

131

Episode 2762 (Wed 11th Oct 2000)

Chris finds out about Terry's amorous behaviour towards Charity. Ollie is infatuated with Cain and is delighted when he invites her to Blackpool with him.

132

Episode 2763 (Thu 12th Oct 2000)

Angie is furious about Cain and Ollie. Charity attempts to persuade Chris to give Terry his job back. Paddy continues to drown his sorrows in drink.

133

Episode 2764 (Fri 13th Oct 2000)

Paddy had an awkward dinner with the Dingles. Chris has a secret tryst with Charity. Angie warns Cain to leave Ollie alone when she finds out about the plan to go to Blackpool.

134

Episode 2765 (Mon 16th Oct 2000)

Cain scares Angie out of her wits during a power cut. Gloria accosts Ashley. Paddy contemplates a wedding anniversary without Mandy and only a bottle of whisky for company.

135

Episode 2766 (Tue 17th Oct 2000)

Paddy is distraught over his crumbling relationship with Mandy. Joe reveals his visa has run out and will need to leave the country. Cain continues to pester Angie.

136

Episode 2767 (Wed 18th Oct 2000)

Gloria's attempts to win Paddy over end disastrously. After discovering Pollard wants to buy the diner, Marlon considers doing the same - if he can find the money.

137

Episode 2768 (Thu 19th Oct 2000)

Jason convinces Joe he should marry someone to stay in the country. Marlon asks Chris to help fund his investment in the diner.

138

Episode 2769 (Fri 20th Oct 2000)

Tricia agrees to marry Joe to help him stay in the country. Kathy is impressed by Marlon's well-presented business plan and agrees to a joint venture.

139

Episode 2770 (Mon 23rd Oct 2000)

Richie finds life with Sarah increasingly stressful. Marlon is sceptical about Tricia's marriage of convenience to Joe.

140

Episode 2771 (Tue 24th Oct 2000)

Diane spends the evening with Jack. Marlon, Tricia, Joe and Jason discuss the wedding plans as Joe's visa expiration grows ever closer.

141

Episode 2772 (Wed 25th Oct 2000)

Diane's day turns sour when her ex-husband Rodney resurfaces. A gold trinket belonging to Lady Tara goes missing and suspicion falls on Frankie.

142

Episode 2773 (Thu 26th Oct 2000)

Tara questions Scott and Frankie over her missing gold trinket. Cain is delighted when he thinks he's secured a job lot of food tins, but he's in for a shock.

143

Episode 2774 (Fri 27th Oct 2000)

Angie finds Tara's stolen trinket in her bread bin and realises Cain has broken in. Cain manages to sell his bulk load of cat food to Seth.

144

Episode 2775 (Mon 30th Oct 2000)

Angie gets her revenge on Cain. Sam tries to unburden himself over the stolen food tins. Jason and Joe attempt to cheer up Paddy.

145

Episode 2776 (Tue 31st Oct 2000)

Bob prepares to leave and gives Viv a saucy going-away present. Sam prepares to drop a bombshell on his family. Adam's plans to give a talk to schoolchildren goes wrong.

146

Episode 2777 (Wed 1st Nov 2000)

Paddy slowly begins to get over his split with Mandy. Ashley has second thoughts about contacting Bernice's father. Emily assures him he has done the right thing.

147

Episode 2778 (Wed 2nd Nov 2000)

Kelly makes a pass at Bob, much to Viv's horror. Diane is shaken by Rodney's arrival and tries to persuade Ashley to move out of the vicarage before Bernice returns.

148

Episode 2779 (Thu 3rd Nov 2000)

Bernice gets the shock of her life when she comes home to be greeted by her father. Marc and Donna get carried away by the physical side of their relationship.

149

Episode 2780 (Mon 6th Nov 2000)

Bernice is left confused by the sudden re-emergence of her father and demands he leave. Donna is left confused after her night of passion with Marc.

150

Episode 2781 (Tue 7th Nov 2000)

Ashley is forced to accept that his idea to reunite Bernice with her father has backfired. Richie finds himself torn between his career and Sarah.

151

Episode 2782 (Wed 8th Nov 2000)

Ritchie turns down Chris's offer of further investment in Tate Technology. There are more shocks in store for Bernice.

152

Episode 2783 (Thu 9th Nov 2000)

Jack and Sarah discuss their divorce. Illicit passions rise between Sean and Tara while Angie and Cain's relationship takes an amorous twist.

153

Episode 2784 (Fri 10th Nov 2000)

Sean falls for Tara and is delighted when she takes him to a dinner party. Angie answers a police call concerning a robbery. Tricia and Joe set about creating a bogus past.

154

Episode 2785 (Mon 13th Nov 2000)

Angie suggests to Sean that they go on holiday. Sarah resolves to regain her independence, and starts job hunting.

155

Episode 2786 (Tue 14th Nov 2000)

Alan is livid when he discovers Tricia's plans to have a marriage of convenience with Joe. Sean and Angie come face-to-face with Cain and Tara.

156

Episode 2787/2788 (Wed 15th Nov 2000)

Edna threatens to expose Tricia and Joe's sham marriage. Cain is stood up by Angie. A surprise birthday party for Seth results in an unexpected blunder. Zoe accuses Frankie of stealing after a theft occurs at the garage.

157

Episode 2789 (Thu 16th Nov 2000)

Sarah discovers Victoria wandering the streets alone.

158

Episode 2790 (Fri 17th Nov 2000)

A mysterious fire is started at Jack's barn, and Ritchie and Sarah are both caught up in it with tragic consequences.

159

Episode 2791 (Tue 21st Nov 2000)

Accusations fly in the aftermath of the fire. Meanwhile, Viv is surprised by a blast from the past.

160

Episode 2792 (Wed 22nd Nov 2000)

The police decide the fire was started deliberately. Robert inadvertently supplies Andy with an alibi. Ashley tries to win back Bernice.

161

Episode 2793 (Thu 23rd Nov 2000)

The police continue to quiz Jack about his involvement with the fire. Carol flirts with Scott and then decides to make a move on Terry.

162

Episode 2794 (Fri 24th Nov 2000)

Bernice makes a move on Carlos. Carol spends the night with Terry, causing an uneasy atmosphere in the Windsor household.

163

Episode 2795 (Mon 27th Nov 2000)

Richie continues to imply Jack was responsible for the fire. Carlos hatches a plan to bring Bernice and Ashley back together.

164

Episode 2796 (Tue 28th Nov 2000)

Jack is angered to find out that his affair with Diane has been ousted. Andy has a confession to make.

165

Episode 2797 (Wed 29th Nov 2000)

Jack's birthday celebrations are cut short when the police arrest him on suspicion of murder. Lisa breaks the news to Zak that she is pregnant.

166

Episode 2798 (Thu 30th Nov 2000)

A violent outburst ensues between Zak and Cain. Marlon makes an excuse not to attend Tricia's wedding.

167

Episode 2799 (Fri 1st Dec 2000)

Cain's birthday celebration does not go to plan. Jack appears before the magistrate.

168

Episode 2800 (Mon 4th Dec 2000)

Mayhem runs rife as Tricia prepares for her wedding. Chris and Charity enjoy an intimate moment.

169

Episode 2801 (Tue 5th Dec 2000)

Zoe is outraged when she discovers Chris has been having a relationship with a Dingle.

170

Episode 2802 (Wed 6th Dec 2000)

It is the day of the wedding and Marlon's preparations for his new restaurant are marred by the fact that Tricia is marrying another man.

171

Episode 2803 (Thu 7th Dec 2000)

Tricia's wedding day continues and Marlon's attempts to make his restaurant a success experience difficulties.

172

Episode 2804 (Fri 8th Dec 2000)

An uncomfortable dinner ensues after Angie arrives home early.

173

Episode 2805 (Mon 11th Dec 2000)

Friction erupts between Zoe and Charity, and a meeting turns into a shouting match. Zak is still trying to deal with the news that Cain is his son.

174

Episode 2806 (Wed 13th Dec 2000)

Emily sees Chris and Charity canoodling down a country lane. Sean arrives at the stud farm to see Tara.

175

Episode 2807 (Thu 14th Dec 2000)

Charity is forced to seek asylum at Home Farm when Cain overhears Emily questioning her about what she saw. Meanwhile, Chris and Terry ready themselves for Cain's wrath.

176

Episode 2808 (Fri 15th Dec 2000)

Jack gets permission to attend Sarah's funeral but is concerned about how his children and the other mourners will react to him when he arrives under guard.

177

Episode 2809 (Mon 18th Dec 2000)

Tensions run high as everyone gathers for Sarah's funeral and when Jack arrives handcuffed to a prison officer. Andy suffers a moral dilemma.

178

Episode 2810 (Tue 19th Dec 2000)

Charity collects her things from the Dingles. Jack warns Andy that he never must admit to what he did.

179

Episode 2811 (Wed 20th Dec 2000)

Sean summons up the courage to confess that he has not been faithful to Angie. A tense stand-off develops between Chris and Cain at the Woolpack.

180

Episode 2812 (Thu 21st Dec 2000)

Sean and Angie decide to work to save their marriage and go trucking for the day. Tensions run rife between Jack and Diane when he discovers she has been looking after Victoria.

181

Episode 2813 (Fri 22nd Dec 2000)

A dinner party reaches a shocking crescendo while Marc and Ollie try to cover up a party of their own.

182

Episode 2814 (Mon 25th Dec 2000) (Part 1)

Sean is alarmed to find a pile of Christmas presents on his doorstep. Angie is concerned to see Sean and Cain talking together.

183

Episode 2815 (Mon 25th Dec 2000) (Part 2)

Kathy tries her best to cheer Andy up. Rodney makes Bernice doubt whether Ashley is the right man for her.

184

Episode 2816 (Tue 26th Dec 2000)

The village enjoy a magical Christmas as Bernice and Ashley marry. Andy is plagued by guilt as the Sugdens face the festive season without Jack.

185

Episode 2817 (Wed 27th Dec 2000)

Bernice and Ashley reflect on the success of their wedding. A romantic day between Bev and Adam is interrupted.

186

Episode 2818 (Thu 28th Dec 2000)

Controversy arises over Joe and Tricia's marriage of convenience. Adam's relationship with Bev suffers unforeseen turmoil.

187

Episode 2819 (Fri 29th Dec 2000)

Tricia, Joe and Marlon panic when a mysterious inspector arrives, assuming it's to check up on Tricia and Joe's marriage.