Episode 2712 (30th March 1987)

Plot
Tom Hopwood is puzzled when Hilda refuses to go dancing again. Ken realises he can not give up his job but badly wants to be a Councillor. Hilda accuses Tom of enjoying having Phyllis flirting with him. He tells her she's acting stupidly and tells her he'll go dancing on his own. Gail agrees to let Brian have Nicky for tea on the condition they have it with Ivy, without Liz Turnbull. Brian feels frustrated but agrees. Deirdre is shocked when Ken withdraws from the elections. Liz calls on Brian at No.5 whilst he's with Nicky. Gail arrives and finds her there. She is furious and accuses Ivy of setting the whole thing up. She threatens to stop bringing Nicky round.

Guest cast

 * Liz Turnbull - Catriona A. Elliott
 * Tom Hopwood - Len Marten