Episode 7024 (2nd March 2009)

Plot
David is thrilled and relieved when Tina arrives in court just in the nick of time. Gary, however, is devastated but after David takes the stand and tells the court that Gary started the fight, Tina realises she can’t keep lying and tells the jury that it was David who threw the first punch. Gary is found not guilty.

The harmonious atmosphere that Luke has brought to the factory doesn't last long as Rosie feels her nose is being pushed out of joint by Julie's working relationship with the new boss. As Luke turns to Julie to help him sort out the overtime, Rosie taunts Janice about her lack of education. But ever the peacemaker, Luke steps in and offers to send Janice on a first aid course.

Meanwhile, Luke plays the long game when Maria tells him that she wants more time to think about his offer to buy Lad Rags.

Graeme puts the finishing touches to Rita’s window box but Norris is still suffering and is forced to wear a brace after the compost accident.

Liz discovers that Lloyd lied to her about Friday – he said he was working and she discovers that it wasn't the case at all.

Elsewhere, Leanne gets a job offer running a restaurant in Leeds.

Regular cast

 * Tina McIntyre - Michelle Keegan
 * Gail Platt - Helen Worth
 * David Platt - Jack P. Shepherd
 * Joe McIntyre - Reece Dinsdale
 * Len Windass - Conor Ryan
 * Luke Strong - Craig Kelly
 * Julie Carp - Katy Cavanagh
 * Rosie Webster - Helen Flanagan
 * Anna Windass - Debbie Rush
 * Eddie Windass - Steve Huison
 * Gary Windass - Mikey North
 * Graeme Proctor - Craig Gazey
 * Norris Cole - Malcolm Hebden
 * Colin Grimshaw - Edward de Souza
 * Leanne Battersby - Jane Danson
 * Michelle Connor - Kym Marsh
 * Maria Connor - Samia Smith
 * Tom Kerrigan - Philip McGinley
 * Claire Peacock - Julia Haworth

Guest cast

 * Mary Taylor - Patti Clare
 * Judge - Andrew Schaeffer
 * Court Clerk - Catherine Calloway
 * Prosecution Barrister - Catherine Kanter