Episode 4812 (28th April 2000)

Plot
Hayley is upset when Gail asks her not to spend so much time with Sarah. Mike and Linda issue the girls with new contracts, telling them they're on performance related pay. Debs enjoys being chatted up by Dev and agrees to have dinner with him. Martin interrupts when Jerry grabs Rebecca. He dodges Jerry's punches and refuses to let hgim touch Rebecca. Jerry promises to get him. Gail realises she's being over protective and apologises to Hayley, telling her she's a good friend. Rebecca feels she must find someone to live where Jerry can't find her. The machinists sign their new contracts understanding they'll be better off. Jim is saddened by the death of his Uncle Brendan in Ireland. The Peacocks entertain Spider and Toyah to a vegetarian feast. After her night out with Dev, Debs takes him back to her place, observed by Duggie.

Guest cast

 * Rebecca Hopkins - Jill Halfpenny
 * Jerry Hopkins - Ken Christiansen