Episode 3321 (23rd December 1991)

Plot
Des borrows a van to help the Platts move house. Jim's bike shop door is sprayed with "Steve McDonald is a grass". Jim urges Steve to stop protecting his so-called friends. He tells his parents he's frightened of the lads. Phyllis tells Emily she'll be spending Christmas on her own. Emily feels sorry for her and invites her to No.3. Percy gets annoyed when Reg criticises the way he portrays Santa and resigns. Angie is pleased when Des invites her to spend Christmas with him. Reg is forced to take over as Santa. Phyllis helps out at the cafe whilst Gail is moving house. Mr Denelly, a customer whose wife was insulted by Percy, turns up and threatens Reg, shoving him into his scenery. The Platts move into No.8. Emily is told to wind up the charity shop as the lease is not going to be renewed. Andy changes the graffiti to read 'Andy McDonald is a grass'. Bet is touched when Des Foster gives her a present. When he kisses her she doesn't stop him. She is horrified to find Victoria has seen them.

Guest cast

 * Des Foster - Neil Phillips
 * Mr Denelly - Chris Brailsford