Episode 4057 (26th August 1996)

Plot
Joyce leaves her dog Scamper with the Malletts as she goes off with Alec. Alec is anxious as he doesn't want anyone to know they're going away together. Don tells everyone that Kevin and Tony are devious. He calls Percy an old fool when he stands up for Kevin. Des calls on Jeff Palmer's parents. Charlie tells him how Jeff's death affected the family. Charlie and Carol are upset to discover Claire hasn't told Des the details of Jeff's death. Claire is awkward to find Des with her in-laws, she is annoyed that Charlie is upset and tells them she hasn't told Des much about Jeff because he wouldn't be interested. Des leaves as Claire starts rowing with Carol. Derek is dismayed when one of his wellies is stolen from the Rovers. He is stunned to find it standing outside his front door. Joyce takes all her dresses to the hotel to have them cleaned and mended on Alec's account as well as phoning her sister in Australia. She enjoys herself as Alec tries to make sure she has a good time. She is disappointed when he assures her he isn't after her body, only her company. Judy pampers Scamper. Gary thinks it's because she's becoming maternal. Norris enjoys his little joke on Derek, stealing his wellie. Des is thrilled when Claire and Becky arrive with cases, saying they've come to move in.