Episode 1422 (2nd September 1974)

Plot
[Ray Langton|Ray]] constantly picks at Deirdre's work at the Yard. The Hopkins discover the self-service shop in Bessie Street is closing. Jerry tries to dissuade the Ogdens riding the tandem but Hilda is adamant. Granny decides to buy the shop now the competition has gone. Deirdre agrees to go on holiday with Billy. Idris grows tired of his night-shift work. Granny's unit trusts go down in value and she can't afford the shop.