Andrew is finally forced to face the music, while Nicole's plans are thwarted. Meanwhile, Sonny receives the death benefits money from Lou's death.

Reaching breaking point, Lydia takes matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, it becomes apparent that all isn't well with Kim, and Alex experiences a setback.

The depth of Andrew's lies becomes apparent to Scarlett, and Sam gets carried away following the success of his song's remix. Meanwhile, Gillian attempts to put her reservations about Jonathon to one side.

Scarlett's surprise Christmas visit to Andrew leaves her devastated, while Sonny faces his first Christmas without Lou. Elsewhere, Lenny worries that Victoria has double-crossed him.

Andrew grows suspicious of Victoria when she lays out her plan. Meanwhile, Mikey bends over backwards to win Jonathon back, and Tommy embraces the Christmas spirit when he encounters a struggling Nicole.

Dean finds himself caught between a rock and a hard place as his relationships clash. Meanwhile Ash and Gillian struggle to find time together; and Victoria gives Andrew some shocking news.

Mikey's paranoia over Jonathon leads to an accusation massively backfiring. Scarlett struggles to rebuild her relationship with Madonna, and Bob jumps the gun when he learns Kim is moving back to the area.

A worse-for-wear Sonny panics when he can't find Maggie. Mikey becomes paranoid about Jonathon's true crime enthusiasm, and Madonna makes a discovery about one of Sam's songs.

Sonny receives an astounding letter that threatens his sobriety. Alex's first therapy session with Roisin leads him to seek out a support network, and Sam is moved when Armand opens up to the community.

After a no-show date, Karen seeks to take back control through an unlikely source. Lenny is forced to consider a beneficial deal, and Andrew becomes paranoid as his grip on Scarlett slips.

Caitlin clashes with Maggie over Sonny's drinking, Bob struggles to manage a resentful Madonna, and Amber finds friendship in an unlikely source.

Scarlett's condition is uncertain after the attack. Meanwhile, Nicole is given an opportunity, and Gillian struggles to keep her feelings about Jonathon in check.

Scarlett finds herself torn when she's invited to a Murdoch dinner. Lenny's plan is set into motion, and Karen finds a support network to help her move on.

When Callum is taken away, Lenny does some digging to prove his suspicions. Meanwhile, Madonna is at odds with Bob, and Alex reaches out for help.

Scarlett is anxious, as the day of Callum's children's hearing has arrived. Meanwhile, Maggie struggles to manage Sonny, and Gillian grows concerned with Jonathon.

Concerns grow as Sonny is desperate to take part in the Comedy Roast. Elsewhere, Andrew is determined to set his plan in motion, and Madonna is eager to take the next step with Dean.

Karen's plans to leave Shieldinch are interrupted when she confronts Alex and Nicole. Sam is struggling to come up with a fundraiser idea for the radio station. Andrew forms a plan to hit Lenny where it hurts.

Tyler becomes increasingly bitter as Nicole thrives on working with Karen. Meanwhile, Madonna reluctantly finds a mentor in Chloe; and Gillian is nervous to get to know Jonathon.

Struggling to maintain the business, it's not all doom and gloom for Sam as he reunites with a face from the past. Meanwhile, Amber and the DCI reach an understanding, and Nicole is tested in her new role.

Andrew receives bad news when his sister, Victoria, arrives. The pressure is piled on DCI Shaw when she is confronted by Amber, and Mikey's new beau makes a chilling appearance for Halloween!

Tommy is torn over what to tell the police in the aftermath of the assault. Meanwhile, Nicole approaches an unlikely source for work, and Eve tries to get through to Sonny.

Sonny is struggling to cope in the aftermath of Lou's death. Meanwhile, Lenny grows increasingly aggravated by Andrew, and Nicole needs to collect a debt.