It’s a welcome break at the coffee shop after a spot of Christmas shopping, where Christine surprises the neighbours with some uncharacteristic festive generosity. Show more

Alan’s brother is getting married, and he’s the best man, although it turns out nobody has any confidence in his abilities to do anything other than order two puddings at the meal. Show more

Alan’s off out, and Michelle has invited Beth, Cathy and Christine over for a Girls’ Night, but things get tense when Christine gets the hump. Show more

The neighbours are getting sticky with a family sized box of doughnuts when the new health-conscious residents, Ash and Iqbal, turn up to introduce themselves. Show more

Cathy and Colin are back from their Italian holiday and hosting a soiree to show off how popular they are. But as the duty-free wine flows, tensions soon bubble to the surface. Show more

Chaos ensues as Ian and Gordon’s pals park up at Beth and Eric’s for their Aussie holiday, and an organised Morven becomes increasingly frustrated with Lin’s lack of packing skills.

There's great excitement as Colin introduces the neighbours to his new partner Anne Marie. But the gang are quickly taken aback by her enthusiastic approach to the dinner party.

Beth and Eric are throwing Christine a 69th birthday party, but the celebration gets usurped by chat about a funeral, which leads Christine to start thinking about her own.

Taking advantage of the weather, the neighbours head for the back garden, but it’s hardly relaxing as Beth fields criticisms of everything from her garden furniture to her slabs.

A new bathroom is a big commitment, and Christine can’t decide, driving Beth and Eric demented. Meanwhile, Cathy and Michelle bond over a boozy lunch, but will this new friendship last?

It's payday, so Michelle invites the neighbours round for a Chinese takeaway. As they wait for their food to arrive, Eric shares his love of Billy Connolly.

Alan and Michelle are bleary-eyed after a delayed flight from Las Vegas. They’ve got big news to share with the neighbours, but their exciting announcement gets quickly out of hand.

A heartbroken Alan puts himself in grave danger when he turns to drink and alienates everyone around him. Lenny continues to mix business with pleasure where Erin is concerned. Show more

Eileen uncovers more of Frank Paton's corruption. Zinnie becomes unsettled by Dan's increasingly erratic behaviour. Buster regains his mojo with Ellie. Show more

Angus is delighted to get a job as Buster's promoter, but his attempts to stage a wrestling event seem set for disaster. Gabriel continues to struggle financially. Show more

Lenny is infuriated when he discovers Alex is trying to muscle in on Chrome. Kirsty is upset that Alan is spending so much time with Grace. Will avoids Robbie. Show more

Ellie faces a tough decision as Malcolm's dementia continues to deteriorate, but can Eileen and Liz do what it takes to keep him safe? Show more