Episode 2961 (14th August 1989)

Plot
Mike asks Emily not to tell the workforce about the offer on the factory. The Barlows return from holiday. Mike decides to sell the factory if his accountant advises it. Deirdre makes Ken promise not to print any more council exposes. Alma plans another date with Terry and asks Audrey to make up the foursome again. Emily is upset when the workers accuse her of keeping them in the dark over Mike's plans. She tells Deirdre about the factory sale. Curly fails to get the job. Don tackles Mike about his mysterious plans. Ivy is upset when they start to argue. Deirdre tells Ken about Mike selling up. He is thrilled to think that he will soon be gone.

Guest cast

 * Maurice Jones - Alan Moore
 * Terry - Robert Grange
 * Roy Flowers - Anthony Havering