DCI Shaw's refusal to accept Lou's plan to move to South Africa leads to a stand-off with devastating consequences. Elsewhere, Lenny's plan to dig for dirt on Andrew bears fruit, and Tyler is shocked when Nicole ignores his ultimatum and returns to work.

Following Lou's offer to move abroad, Amber talks to Stevie about her past relationships and her fears that history will repeat itself.

A suspicious Tyler catches Nicole in a lie and demands the truth about her dealings with Alex. Elsewhere, Amber is shocked when Lou gives her a life-changing offer, and Bernie teams up with Gillian to work out why Mikey is refusing to date his perfect match.

Lou considers possibilities outside of Shieldinch when Eve returns from South Africa. Meanwhile, Caitlin encourages Sam to tell Stevie the truth about Poppy, and Dean receives some sage relationship advice to help him ask Madonna on a date.

Sam puts pressure on Poppy when Stevie finds out about the missing money. Elsewhere, Maggie supports Lydia on the day of her first counselling session, and Scarlett is conflicted when Andrew's award ceremony clashes with Madonna's gig.

Poppy's lies about her gambling addiction put her under pressure with Sam, while Nicole becomes frustrated at being sidelined by both Tyler and Alex. Elsewhere, Maggie convinces Lou to help her get back in the driving seat.

An anxious Karen faces hearing the results of her chemotherapy. Meanwhile, Maggie tries to persuade a broken Lydia to seek professional help, and Stevie struggles with living with two teenagers.

A frustrated Lenny confesses his feelings of inadequacy to Mulvaney, who offers his support in getting justice for Lydia. Meanwhile, tensions mount between Roisin and Tommy over an offer from Andrew to save Tommy's business, and Dean and Madonna share a spark of romance.

A desperate Scarlett tries to bring her family back together, but instead finds herself more isolated than ever. Meanwhile, Lydia is unable to keep her anger towards smug Andrew at bay any longer, and Jessie has a decision to make about the future.

Tyler struggles to ignore Nicole's increasingly evasive behaviour, and Madonna reaches the end of her tether with Scarlett. Meanwhile, Dean comes up with a plan to cheer up a broken-hearted Angus.

Lenny and Lydia spend some time with Callum to take their minds off the police investigation, while Mikey discovers Ash has been lying to Gillian. Elsewhere, Angus and Rebecca have an overdue heart-to-heart.

On the day of Rebecca's big fight, Angus derails her preparations by revisiting the topic of having children. Meanwhile, Nicole picks the wrong day to pursue Alex for attention, and Lou starts to doubt herself at work.

Dean struggles in his first day on the job with Maggie, while Caitlin and Sam's domestic bliss is cut short because of artistic differences. Elsewhere, Tommy faces a moral dilemma in the form of a charitable offer from Andrew.

Tyler wonders if Dean might be the solution to his and Nicole's recruitment problems. Elsewhere, Poppy teaches Madonna a cruel lesson in gambling, and Lydia is bolstered when she finds crucial support in the Shieldinch community.

A disappointed Dean acts out when he is told that he won't be joining Rhona in Spain. Meanwhile, Amber attempts to halt Shaw's pursuit of Lou with some home truths, and Karen makes a decision on Jessie's future.

A struggling Lou is forced to face her past when Shaw narrows her investigation into Denise's death, but will she crack under the pressure? Elsewhere, Sam faces the wrath of Caitlin when he chooses his life in Edinburgh over moving in with her, and Lydia is enraged when Madonna's online post threatens to derail her fight for justice.

Scarlett's resolve is tested when Andrew makes a damning admission - but will she stand by her man? Meanwhile, Rebecca is forced to be honest with Angus when he makes an awkward assumption, and Suzie faces a crisis of confidence on the day of her amateur theatre dress rehearsal.

A frustrated Roisin finds herself stuck in a recurring dream about Raymond. She resolves to work out why she has never managed to fully move on from her ex-husband.

A moralistic Maggie rejects Nicole's offer to help with mClean & Tidy recruitment but is left with food for thought after a heart-to-heart with Sonny. Elsewhere, Sam ventures on a path of discovery about the perimenopause in order to understand Caitlin's frustrations, and Tommy and Roisin's plans for some quality time together are derailed by Shieldinch residents taking advantage of their good nature.

Alex manufactures a meeting between Karen and Jessie in an attempt to bring his family back together. Meanwhile, Scarlett seeks clarity after allegations about Andrew are brought to light, and Caitlin takes her frustrations out on Sam after being disappointed by Ruby.

Scarlett searches for clarity in light of Andrew's dealings with the police. Elsewhere, Jessie returns to Shieldinch hoping to make amends but is derailed by a bitter Madonna, and Ash teaches a dismissive Gillian a lesson in the art of DJing.

Amber is shocked to learn about Lydia's sexual assault and has vengeance on her mind. Meanwhile, Angus's failed attempts to contact his mum allows him to reconnect with a grieving Dean, and Shaw's pursuit of her sister's killer edges her closer to Lou.

A new arrival to Shieldinch threatens to shake up the BoGus household. Meanwhile, Poppy is tasked with getting Madonna to take her studies seriously, and Lydia blames herself when wily Andrew proves to be one step ahead of hers and Lenny's plan.

A devious Nicole tries to get closer to Karen in order to infiltrate McLean & Tidy, but sparks fly when she ends up being questioned by Alex. Meanwhile, Lou draws a line in the sand regarding her friendship with DCI Shaw, and Mikey's search for love makes him see he has to love himself first.

DCI Shaw confronts Lou about her tattoo, forcing Lou to cover about her relationship with Denise. Meanwhile, Stevie has a business idea that could also keep the peace between Scarlett and Callum, and Maggie has to decide if her new business is worth jeopardising her personal relationships.

A distressed Lydia struggles with how to deal with Andrew in the aftermath of the assault. Meanwhile, Alex worries that his fling with Nicole could jeopardise his family.

Alex seeks comfort in an old flame after his latest blow-up with Karen. Meanwhile, a concerned Lenny confronts Andrew about Lydia's change in behaviour, and Shaw makes a shocking discovery when visiting Lou.

Jessie is confronted by Madonna's threats to expose them on the day of the exhibition. Meanwhile, Nicole pitches a plan to exploit McLean and Tidy, and Bob has some big news that he wants to share with his family and friends.

A rattled Mulvaney seeks answers from Lenny after reading the obituary of a man they used to know. Meanwhile, Madonna plots revenge after losing a client to Jessie, and Barry reaches out to Andrew for help with his legal troubles.

A struggling Lydia is forced to deal with Andrew for the first time since the assault, while Lou gets conflicting advice on how to handle DCI Shaw from Amber and Maggie. Elsewhere, Stevie is uneasy when his day with Poppy is interrupted by calls from her ex-boyfriend.

Mulvaney tries to help a distressed Suzie, who finds herself caught in the middle of a Murdoch family feud. Meanwhile, Alex grows frustrated with a distant Karen, leading him to confide in Nicole, while and Poppy's luck changes when she comes to the rescue of Spiller & Son.

A troubled Lou confides in Amber about her past and her connection to DCI Shaw. Meanwhile, Scarlett considers reuniting with Andrew despite Lydia's warning, and Bob and Roisin face the truth about their relationship.

As the storm intensifies, Lydia's night takes a monstrous turn. Meanwhile, a tense Roisin and Tommy have to face Bob's questions about their connection, and Lou confides in Maggie about her ongoing struggles with PTSD.

As a storm approaches Shieldinch, Lou finds herself triggered by a conversation with DCI Shaw. Meanwhile, Bob has some difficult questions for Tommy and Roisin, and Lydia and Andrew get closer as they take shelter from the elements.

Karen's new friendship suffers a setback when tensions between Alex and Shaw reach boiling point. Elsewhere, Lydia makes an embarrassing mistake with Andrew, and Bob is left dejected as he prepares to future-proof Montego Motors.

Amber declares war when she learns who is trying to sabotage her council bid. Meanwhile, Poppy makes a decision about her career, and Gillian tries to play mediator when tensions rise between Caitlin and Sam.

Jessie's morals are tested as she continues to pose as cancer-stricken Karen on social media. Meanwhile, Stevie offers to help when an old face makes a surprise return, and Lou jumps to conclusions about Maggie and Sonny.

Roisin's attempt to bond with Kenzie results in her getting closer to someone else instead. Meanwhile, Karen grows frustrated at the lack of intimacy with Alex, and Barry's overworking becomes too much for him.