Episode 6776 (17th March 2008)

Plot
David is on tenterhooks as they gather round Gail’s bedside, but as she starts to speak and it becomes clear she has no recollection of the fall and much to David's relief, the last thing she can remember is having an argument with Jason. Jason’s called into the station and tells the police his side of the story – he did have a row with Gail and she did slap him but he never pushed her down the stairs. The police officer reveals he's the only suspect at the moment and asks him to think if there's anyone else who'd want to harm Gail. He reveals that David once fantasised about killing his mum but the police are sceptical when he reveals he’s the only one who heard it.

Carla is surprised when she arrives home to discover they're having a dinner party. The evening is a success and as they all exchange stories about how romantic their partners are, Tony shocks everyone when he asks Carla to marry him. Carla assumes it's a drunken gesture and the atmosphere is awkward as everyone waits for her to accept. As Carla hesitiates, Tony produces a huge diamond engagement ring and she finally accepts. However, as everyone congratulates her, its clear Carla feels she was set up by Tony.

Paul is jealous when Dan takes Leanne for a drink in the Rovers. As they flirt, Leanne’s pleased when she confesses the truth about her escort days and Dan doesn’t seem too perturbed.

Elsewhere, Vernon reveals his latest idea for the pub – a smokers’ garden.

Regular Cast

 * Audrey Roberts - Sue Nicholls
 * David Platt - Jack P. Shepherd
 * Gail Platt - Helen Worth
 * Leanne Battersby - Jane Danson
 * Paul Clayton - Tom Hudson
 * Jason Grimshaw - Ryan Thomas
 * Bill Webster - Peter Armitage
 * Blanche Hunt - Maggie Jones
 * Michelle Connor - Kym Ryder
 * Steve McDonald - Simon Gregson
 * Ryan Connor - Ben Thompson
 * Vernon Tomlin - Ian Reddington
 * Claire Peacock - Julia Haworth
 * Jerry Morton - Michael Starke
 * Liam Connor - Rob James-Collier
 * Tony Gordon - Gray O'Brien
 * Maria Connor - Samia Smith
 * Carla Connor - Alison King
 * Sean Tully - Antony Cotton
 * Dan Mason - Matthew Crompton
 * Tina McIntyre - Michelle Keegan

Guest Cast

 * Doctor - Ravin J. Ganatra
 * DC Weller - Caroline Paterson

Ratings

 * UK broadcast - 10.3m viewers (40.8% audience share).