Episode 1040 (4th January 1971)

Plot
Stan is annoyed to discover Len and Ray have advertised for a housekeeper. Hilda is upset when she is told they don't want her anymore. The Brewery plans to prosecute. Annie agrees to take Hilda back at the Rovers. Stan overhears Arthur Burrows talking about getting his own back on Annie. He thinks he might have something to do with the gin. Annie gives Betty a week's notice as the staff outnumber the customers. Len and Ray have to choose between competent Eileen Hutchinson and glamorous Gina Fletcher.

Guest cast

 * Arthur Burrows - Kenneth Jones
 * Gina Fletcher - Deirdre Costello