Episode 4926 (10th November 2000)

Plot
Natalie takes Liz on at the Rovers, as manageress whilst she takes a holiday. Dennis is sickened when Les boasts he intends to find another woman as Janice doesn't want him. Dev asks Deirdre to become his assistant, keeping an eye on all his shops. She is bowled over when he tells her she's an asset. Debs admits to Vinny that she does fancy him. He urges her to forget about Natalie and run away with him. He tells her he thinks she's special. They go to bed but are disturbed by Natalie who attempts to patch things up. Natalie accuses Debs of having no self respect or control. She tells them they're both disgusting. Les wines and dines June Meadows at the hotel. Debs packs her bags and is buoyed up by Vinny who insists they can be happy together. She makes plans with her old cruise firm and organises jobs for them both, leaving Southampton at the weekend. He is delighted. Les is affronted when June reveals herself to be a prostitute. He is forced to pay her £50 for her time. Fred shows Ashley round the finished Butcher's Shop and presents him with the best bacon slicer available. Roy is intrigued to listen to a foster parent talking about her charges. Duggie is stunned to hear Vinny has been collecting rent from his tenants. He is horrified to see Vinny and Debs driving off in a taxi.