Episode 1954 (24th December 1979)

Plot
Ron Mather worries about Elsie's whereabouts. Stan refuses to buy Hilda Christmas food as she's sold the Christmas club money. Elsie returns to No.11. Ron doesn't believe she felt homesick. Ivy invites Audrey to spend Boxing Day with the family. Rita is furious when her Christmas present from Len turns out to be a box of chocolates. Elsie tells Ron their boss, Pickering, couldn't keep his hands off her. He admits he knew Pickering fancied her. She accuses him of turning a blind eye and throws him out.

Guest cast

 * Ron Mather - Joe Lynch