Episode 2762 (21st September 1987)

Plot
Vera feels No.9 needs decorating. Sally is upset that Hilda turned Tom Hopwood down. Bet overhears some of the residents gossiping about how they feel she'll be an awful housewife and it upsets her. Tracy complains of stomach aches but Deirdre hasn't got time to worry about her, thinking she just wants to get off school. Bet tries to prove herself to Alec. Vera buys an imitation fur coat. Jack decides to treat Vera to a new gas fire as it will be cheaper than decorating. He buys a living-flame fire cheap. Tracy is rushed to hospital from school with appendicitis. Ken is furious as Deirdre can't be contacted. Tracy is operated on just in time. Ken lays into Deirdre for not taking notice of her. Bet spends all her time laying on a meal for Alec, telling him she intends to be the ideal wife.

Guest cast

 * Doctor - Mohammed Ashiq