Episode 4677 (6th September 1999)

Plot
Alison takes the girls off in secret for a surprise for Kevin. Danny tells Sally he didn't enjoy Blackpool as much as Sharon did. Fred tries to explain Ashley's feelings to Kathleen but she is upset by his rejection. She accuses Fred of upsetting too many people. She is bitter that Ashley was her only child. Vera is furious to discover Vinny has replaced Jack. She fears the news will kill Jack. Natalie doesn't have to break the news as Jack guesses and doesn't mind. Vera lays into her and threatens her with unfair dismissal until Jack tells her he's no use anymore. Danny is shaken by the death of a market trader. Kevin is puzzled when Alison is late home with the girls. He tells Sally he doesn't know where they are.