Gail is surprised to get the receptionist's job at the Medical Centre. Steve is pleased to see Andy back but Andy demands to know what is going on between Liz and Jim. Andy is stunned to hear Jim killed a man and feels the family is a disgrace but Steve urges him to stay around to support Jim. Geena and Sam host the "Mr and Mrs Contest" at the Rovers. Ken determines to fight the tarmacing of the cobbles and rallies the residents. Jim's solicitor, Colin Applegate, introduces him to the barrister who will represent him in court. Deirdre and Ken realise Blanche put both their names down for the contest and refuse to take part. Blanche is put out that her plan failed. Maxine is mortified by the answers Ashley gives at the contest. Roy and Hayley are talked into taking part and end up winning.