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RIVER CITY: MONDAY 08 NOVEMBER 2021

8/11/2021

River City
Monday 08 November 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Mike Cullen
Director: Jonny Blair
Series Producer: Joseph McLean
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Sam tries to get to know Stevie a little better but Scarlett's honesty overshadows would-be family bonds.

Amber struggles to process Lenny's revelations about Lydia.

Caitlin suspicions are piqued by Ellie's sudden generosity.

Bob and Roisin uncover Suzie's secret.

Sam is back, focussed on getting to know his long-lost son, Stevie. However, it's clear father and son have little in common. Sam makes it his mission to help Stevie fall in love with the beautiful game, regaling him with stories about his beloved Hibs.

Scarlett is unsettled when she sees Sam and Stevie together. Sensing all is not well, Sam assures her he’s here to stay. However, when Scarlett decides to open up about Stevie's troubled past, Sam is spooked.

Elsewhere, Amber is stunned when Lenny reveals the background to the claim Lydia is still alive. Troubled at the prospect her mother faked her own death, Amber turns to Lou to find out exactly what happened that fateful day. However, she ends up with more questions than answers and later confesses to Lenny she doesn't have the strength to search for proof of life.

Elsewhere, Caitlin's suspicions are stirred when Ellie's generosity knows no bounds. When Ash reveals Ellie is paying for Marcus' new Private Nursery, Caitlin confronts her sister and is stunned to discover the truth.

With emotions running high, Caitlin tells Ellie she ha crossed a line and can never forgive her betrayal.

At the Medical Centre, Suzie's flustered when she can't access the office filing cabinet. Roisin enlists Bob to help save the day but the pair unwittingly uncover Suzie's secret.

Sam tries to get to know Stevie better, but with many skeletons between them and years passed, can they find common ground?

Meanwhile, The Murdochs attempt to process the shock allegation about Lydia's death.

Caitlin's suspicions are piqued by Ellie's spendthrift ways.

Elsewhere, Kim and Suzie both have secrets they'd rather not share.

CAST

Grant Stott as Sam Spiller
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Frances Thorburn as Kim O'Hara
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Lesley Hart as Louise "Lou" Caplan
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Laurie Ventry as Father Mulvaney

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 01 NOVEMBER 2021

1/11/2021

River City
Monday 01 November 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Kim Millar
Director: Davie McKay
Series Producer: Deb Charles
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Lenny's homecoming is overshadowed by recent shocking revelations.

Darren's attempts to woo Nicole go awry.

While Caitlin grows suspicious of Ellie's secretive behaviour, Karen finally finds some common ground with Jessie.

Troubled by Rachel Grant's confession, Lenny turns to his loyal confidant, Mick Mulvaney, for guidance. Mulvaney disputes claims that Lydia is alive, adamant that they are just hurtful lies, but reluctantly agrees to see what he can uncover for Lenny.

After an awkward exchange with Mulvaney in the street, Amber suspects her father is keeping something from the family, and corners Lenny, demanding to know what’s going on. She is shocked to hear about the attempted hit, but Lenny stops at telling her about the Lydia revelations - for now.

Elsewhere, Darren turns to Suzie for advice on how to win Nicole's affections. Suzie sets about creating the perfect date at Molly's Corner complete with champagne, chocolates and flowers, but Bernie's behaviour threatens to ruin the romance.

Stressed about her debts, Caitlin remains resolute about the decision to reject Uncle John's inheritance, little realising Ellie has taken it instead. However, when Caitlin spots Ellie talking to Laura, the lawyer, she grows suspicious of her sister.

Meanwhile, Ellie's guilt grows and she turns to Roisin for advice who tells her what she already knows: it's only a matter of time before Caitlin uncovers the truth.

Karen and Jessie spend the day together and finally begin to open up to one another. Jessie talks to Karen about online dating, but Karen is clearly unsettled by messages on her phone and her mind elsewhere.

CAST

Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Frances Thorburn as Kim O'Hara
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Kirsty Pickering as Jessie McAllister
Claire Dargo as Karen Connolly
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Jennifer Black as Laura Haynes
Laurie Ventry as Father Mulvaney

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 25 OCTOBER 2021

25/10/2021

River City
Monday 25 October 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Kim Millar
Director: Davie McKay
Series Producer: Deb Charles
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Caitlin contemplates a deal with the devil in order to solve her mounting financial woes.

Lenny is back and sets his sights on confronting a blast from the past.

Nicole is spurned by Darren.

Bernie and Suzie hatch a fundraising plan for Molly's Corner.

Overwhelmed with money worries, Caitlin confides in Ellie. When her lawyer, Laura, tries to contact her, Caitlin assumes she’s chasing payment - however there is a shock in store.

At a meeting with Laura, Caitlin is stunned to discover that John has gifted her a sizeable inheritance. But there is a hitch: not a penny of it goes to Maggie.

Torn about what best to do, Caitlin visits Maggie and is encouraged to see her mother so much happier. As the women talk, Caitlin is reminded about how much trauma John caused, and resigns herself to rejecting the inheritance.

Knowing Ellie is next in line for the money, Caitlin feels confident that her sister will also turn the money down. Yet Ellie is enraged at Caitlin's controlling behaviour.

Elsewhere, Lenny is back from Sicily and on a mission to find out who put a hit out on him. He visits his number one suspect in prison - former police detective, Rachel Grant.

As the nemeses spar, Grant delivers devastating news to Lenny, which makes him question everything he believes in and all he holds dear. Nicole goes to great lengths to get Darren's attention and reignite their relationship - with embarrassing consequences.

Desperate to raise funds for Molly's Corner, Suzie and Bernie find inspiration thanks to words of encouragement from Jessie.

CAST

Brian James Leys as Ash King
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Laurie Ventry as Fr Mulvaney
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Kirsty Pickering as Jessie McAllister
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Therese Bradley as Rachel Grant
Jennifer Black as Laura Haynes

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 18 OCTOBER 2021

18/10/2021

River City
Monday 18 October 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Sergio Casci
Director: Robin Haig
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch...

Stevie’s day of reckoning arrives as he finally meets his father, Sam Spiller.

Roisin reconnects with Bob, much to the amusement of Angus.

Karen offers Alex business advice which stirs Amber's suspicions.

Sonny confesses that he duped Stevie's absent father, Sam Spiller, into coming to Shieldinch, under the pretence that Stevie wants to interview him for a music magazine. Sam assumes that Stevie is a journalist, little realising there is a secret family connection. As Stevie gets to know Sam, he toys with telling him the truth, but falls short.

Later, Scarlett is stunned when Sam walks into her shop and is secretly delighted when he recognises her, reminiscing fondly about their teenage love affair.

Touched by Sam's obvious affection for Scarlett, Stevie plucks up the courage and finally tells Sam that he’s his secret son. After his initial shock, Sam is delighted he is a dad - but his enthusiasm quickly proves overwhelming for Stevie.

Elsewhere, Roisin asks Bob to spend the day with her, for old time's sake. Embarrassed to be asked in front of Angus, Bob turns Roisin down, but later reconsiders. As the old friends reminisce, Bob wonders whether a romance with Roisin might be on the cards again.

Karen offers her property selling expertise to help Alex find a buyer for the Candlerooms. Amber is less than impressed with her involvement in Murdoch business, warning her brother not to be so trusting. Alex thinks she is being paranoid, but when Karen later takes an ominous phone call, doubt is cast over her true intentions.

At The Two Jailbirds, Nicole and Darren's flirtatious relationship heats up. While Darren sees it as a sign she’s interested, Nicole makes it clear it was a fling, nothing more.

CAST

Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Claire Dargo as Karen Connolly
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Grant Stott as Sam Spiller
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 11 OCTOBER 2021

11/10/2021

River City
Monday 11 October 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Jillian Mannion
Director: Robin Haig
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Caitlin's vow to protect Maggie falters as her mother's mental health deteriorates.

Angus and Rebecca play Bob at his own game.

Stevie is torn when he finds out the truth about his absent father.

An anxious Caitlin tries to hide Maggie's drinking relapse, but Ellie is sceptical it was a one off. Worse still, the sisters find out Maggie stopped taking her medication, and Caitlin's blind faith that all will be well irks Ellie.

Maggie tries to assure Caitlin her hallucinations have stopped and she needs family support - not medication - to get better. Ellie turns to Roisin for advice, but Maggie is suspicious of her concern, fearing that she’ll be sectioned under the Mental Health Act.

As Maggie dramatically falls apart she lashes out at Caitlin, who reluctantly concedes that Roisin might be the only one who can make Maggie seek much-needed help.

Elsewhere, Angus and Rebecca suspects Bob is playing matchmaker again so they can spend time alone. Fed up with his interference, the pair plot their revenge, faking an accident at work to force Bob to the garage.

Stevie seeks out Lou who hands him a file on his absent father, Sam Spiller. The power is in Stevie's hands to seek out his dad, but when Lou tells him he served time for a violent crime, Stevie stalls. Worried about the repercussions of finding Sam, Stevie confides in Sonny, who takes matters into his own hands.

Suzie and Bernie clash over the opening day plans for Molly's Corner. Stubborn and headstrong, the women question whether they have what it takes to be business partners.

CAST

Jamie Marie Leary as Rebecca Fleming
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Frances Thorburn as Kim O'Hara
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Frank Gilhooley as John McLean
Lesley Hart as Louise "Lou" Caplan
Roisin McIntyre as Joyce Falconer
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2021

27/9/2021

River City
Monday 27 September 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Linda McLaughlin
Director: Ade Bean
Series Producer: Joseph McLean
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Guilt weighs heavy on Scarlett as Stevie grieves for the father he never knew.

Jessie attempts to be peacemaker between Alex & Karen and hopes to settle the differences between her parents.

While Ellie nurses a broken heart and puts it all on the line for Amandeep.

Darren has Nicole firmly in his romantic sights.

Nicole explores the opportunity for a new job.

Stevie puts on a wake to honour his father and tries to get Scarlett to relive some memories of what he was like. She reluctantly reveals they met at a music festival where he was a bass player in his brother's New Romantic band. Sensing her sister's discomfort, Bernie questions Scarlett who admits that Stevie's dad, Sam, isn't dead after all - she doesn’t know where he is and wants to keep it that way.

Despite Scarlett's pleas - that she’s lying to protect Stevie - Bernie is furious and decides to tell the truth to a shocked Stevie.

Desperate to find his father, Stevie enlists the help of Sonny, but it’s not going to be easy as Scarlett has scant details about Sam to share.

Jessie is frustrated by Alex and Karen's constant squabbling, little realising today should have been their 20th wedding anniversary. Jessie turns to Lenny for guidance; he in turn urges Amber to intervene and restore family harmony. However, as Jessie is stung by some shocking home truths, Alex and Karen’s antagonism turns to attraction and they give in to temptation.

Nicole agrees to an interview with Darren at The Two Jailbirds. His flirtatious approach only serves to annoy Nicole, who refuses to fall for his charm. She's had enough of shallow relationships.

Also this week, Ellie misreads the signs with AJ, and is hurt when he rejects her once again.

CAST

Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Parmy Singh as Barry Khatri
Kirsty Pickering as Jessie McAllister
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Claire Dargo as Karen McAllister
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Sanjeev Kohli as Amandeep "AJ" Jandhu
Frank Gilhooley as John McLean
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 20 SEPTEMBER 2021

19/9/2021

River City
Monday 20 September 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Colin Steven
Director: Ruth Paxton
Series Producer: Deb Charles
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

Introducing Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes

This week in Shieldinch.

Roisin encourages Stevie to explore the root of his issues, unsettling Scarlett.

Caitlin is buoyed by Ruby's fundraising idea, while Karen attempts to reconcile with Jessie.

Nicole warms to Darren.

Ellie is left out in the cold by AJ.

During a counselling session Roisin encourages Stevie to open up, and he admits some of his anxiety stems from not knowing who his dad is. Later, Sonny warns Stevie the search for his father might open a Pandora's Box of emotions. Undeterred, Stevie plucks up the courage to ask Scarlett for more information, but she makes it clear she’s unwilling to help.

Seeing how distraught her nephew is, Bernie offers Stevie some hope: a photo of his father and the story about how his parents met. Enraged that Bernie went behind her back, Scarlett drops a bombshell on Stevie.

Elsewhere, Ruby hatches a plan to raise money to pay for Caitlin’s hefty legal fees. Initially reluctant, Ash comes round to the idea, but his DJ set fails to pull in the punters... or so it seems.

Karen attempts to make amends with Jessie. Despite her best efforts to reconnect, Karen is pushed away by Jessie. It takes an intervention from Alex to help the pair to tentatively build bridges.

Darren is back in town and - after Suzie suggests he might be the mysterious donor - Nicole begins to wonder if she got him all wrong. Intrigued, Nicole begins to warm to Darren's charm.

Ellie is crushed when AJ announces Katie has settled in London and won't be returning to Shieldinch. Ellie is left heartbroken - she has lost both AJ and Katie.

CAST

Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Joyce Falconer as Rosin McIntyre
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Kirsty Pickering as Jessie McAllister
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Sanjeev Kohli as Amandeep "AJ" Jandhu
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Claire Dargo as Karen McAllister
Zindzi Hudson as Ruby McLean
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2021

13/9/2021

River City
Monday 13 September 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Chris Grady
Director: Ruth Paxton
Series Producer: Deb Charles
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

Introducing Claire Dargo as Karen Connolly

This week in Shieldinch.

Jessie's lies are exposed to Alex when a familiar face from the past arrives.

A paranoid Maggie convinces herself history is repeating itself with Ruby and Ash.

Bernie is spooked when a supernatural entity intervenes.

Alex is stunned when his ex-wife Karen Connolly arrives unannounced. Concerned that Jessie has been ignoring her calls, Karen discovers Jessie has lied about attending university for the last year.

There is a further shock in store when Alex reveals Jessie is non-binary. Karen is far from understanding, convinced that it is just a phase. With tensions already mounting, Karen discovers that Jessie has been caught in the crossfire of Alex's dodgy business dealings. Despite this, Jessie argues that Shieldinch is home. Alex and Karen think otherwise.

Elsewhere, Maggie's paranoia takes hold and she grows convinced that Ruby's relationship with her dad, Ash, could have unhealthy undertones. Caitlin assures her that there’s no cause for concern, but Maggie confronts Ash, who is disgusted at her accusations.

Exasperated, Caitlin questions whether Maggie is drinking again. Stung, Maggie assures she is sober - but there is trouble in store for the McLeans when finances sour, and Maggie's road to recovery stalls.

Suzie and Bernie are thrilled when Molly's Corner receives a considerable donation from a mysterious benefactor. The friends have very different ideas about how to use the cash, and Bernie is stunned when supernatural shenanigans unfold, making her question whether Molly is trying to influence their decision.

Feeling isolated, Eve turns to Lou to help her reach out to Cameron in jail. Lou tries to offer emotional support to her mother but her actions backfire when Eve makes a startling discovery.

CAST

Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Zindzi Hudson as Ruby McLean
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Claire Dargo as Karen Connolly
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Lesley Hart as Louise "Lou" Caplan
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Victoria Liddelle as Eve Christie
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Kirsty Pickering as Jessie McAllister
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 06 SEPTEMBER 2021

6/9/2021

River City
Monday 06 September 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Ali Taylor
Director: David Hayman
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Ruby tries to get her gran to focus on a new future as Maggie struggles to move on.

Angus is far from happy with Bob’s newest recruit.

While Jessie's past looms large, Nicole’s head is turned by new arrival, Darren.

Concerned about Maggie's welfare, Ruby and Caitlin vow to keep her busy. But her mental health is more fragile than they realise, and she is hearing voices. Later, Maggie admits to Ruby she feels as though she will always be haunted by the ghost of Joe Dunn.

Ruby reveals to Ash she fears baby Joe is a constant reminder of the family's turbulent past. Ash offers a solution for The McLeans to regain control: renaming Joe. However, while Caitlin is overjoyed, a vulnerable Maggie mishears the new name and reacts badly.

As Ruby tries to assure her overwrought grandmother, Maggie's mental state continues to crumble.

Angus is raging to discover ex-girlfriend Rebecca is the new garage apprentice. Bob assures him she’s a perfect addition to their team, but Angus sets about sabotaging her work.

As Jessie considers a new life at Glasgow University, dad Alex is preoccupied with Murdoch business. Jessie is unsettled by messages from the mysterious 'Devil Incarnate' and seems determined to hide the communication with this person from the past.

Nicole's head is turned by charming new arrival Darren. However, their flirtation stops when she discovers Darren is Tyler Foulkes' brother. Darren tries to convince her he is different, but Nicole makes it clear she’ll need a lot of persuading to ever date a Foulkes - a challenge Darren is willing to accept.

CAST

Zindzi Hudson as Ruby McLean
Jamie Marie Leary as Rebecca Fleming
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Juliet Cadzow as Juliet Fraser
Douglas Rankine as Joe Dunne
Sanjeev Kohli as Amandeep "AJ" Jandhu
Kirsty Pickering as Jessie McAllister
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
James Leys as Ash King

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 30 AUGUST 2021

30/8/2021

River City
Monday 30 August 2021
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Simon McCallum
Director: David Hayman
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

Joyce Falconer reprises her role as Rosin McIntyre.

This week in Shieldinch.

An exposed Scarlett attempts to sabotage Stevie's first therapy session when an old foe is assigned to his case.

Maggie takes the first steps to reclaiming her life by returning to work.

Eve isolates herself on the day of Cameron’s hearing.

Bob schemes when he is impressed by a damsel in distress.

Scarlett attempts to sabotage Stevie's first therapy session after discovering his counsellor is her old foe, Roisin McIntyre.

Maggie takes first steps to return to work but quickly falters.

Bob comes to Rebecca’s rescue.

A familiar face arrives on Montego Street, as Roisin McIntyre returns. She quickly makes an impact on the locals by ruffling Bernie's feathers and turning Sonny's head. Meanwhile, Stevie is anxious about starting counselling.

Stevie and Scarlett bump into Roisin and the revelation she's the therapist stuns both mother and son. Far from happy, Scarlett tries to sabotage the session but is quickly put in her place by Roisin, who demands privacy with her patient.

As Stevie tentatively opens up, the session stalls when they realise that Scarlett is eavesdropping. A heated exchange with Roisin follows, which spills out on to the street. Unimpressed, Stevie storms off.

Elsewhere, after the turmoil of the trial, Maggie receives good news from Caitlin. Caitlin urges her mother to make the most of her freedom. However, Maggie's return to work at the Health Centre falters when she suffers a panic attack.

Bob comes across a broken down car and its owner - Rebecca. Pleased to see her back in town, Bob is further impressed when Rebecca shows her knowledge about cars. As they chat, Rebecca gets emotional about the mess her life is in. Realising he could offer her a new start, Bob makes Rebecca a surprising proposal.

Eve struggles in the aftermath of Cameron's court hearing. Sensing her mother's despair, Lou suggests she takes some time to herself.

CAST

Jamie Marie Leary as Rebecca Fleming
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Lesley Hart as Louise "Lou" Caplan
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Frances Thorburn as Kim O'Hara
Joyce Falconer as Rosin McIntyre
Victoria Liddelle as Eve Christie
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean