Episode 1383 (17th April 1974)

Plot
Sandra Burrows tells Lucille she's been laid off from work and hasn't had any maintenance from Danny for six weeks. Ernie starts insulting his cast. Sandra tells Lucille she and Danny have only been parted for six months and she'll have to wait eighteen months for a divorce; they broke up because he didn't want children. Lucille gives her £5. When Danny refuses to commit himself to Lucille she packs and leaves. Rita takes her in. When his leadership is challenged, Ernie walks out. Emily takes over the show to the casts' delight.

Guest cast

 * Danny Burrows - Ian Liston
 * Sandra Burrows - Alison Hughes