Coronation Street

- Season 37

(1995)

Alma renders timely assistance when Denise goes into labour. Raquel invites Des to her engagement party. Cliff asks Jack to conceal his whereabouts from his wife's family.

Ken arrives to support Denise during her confinement. Jack finds himself in hot water when he covers for Cliff. Derek throws himself into his fitness regime.

Des' arrival spoils Raquel and Curly's engagement party. Mike reacts jealously to Ken becoming a father again. The Duckworths receive a surprise visitor.

Curly clings to the hope that Raquel will change her mind. Ken brings Denise and baby Daniel home. Mavis despairs of Derek investing money and energy in getting fit.

Curly suffers a workplace meltdown. Ken's well-meaning attentiveness irritates Denise. Bet spends her time dealing with Raquel's troubles.

Reg takes Curly in hand to find him a new job. Vicky receives her inheritance following her eighteenth birthday. Ken writes to Mike about claiming his furniture from Number 1.

Don encounters a damsel in distress in his taxi. Sean drowns his sorrows to mark his divorce. Mavis and Derek's dinner date with Norris proves a costly experience.

Denise registers Daniel's birth without Ken present. Alma shows the café flat to a prospective tenant. Liz approaches Sean about his job offer.

Ken pursues Emily for her help in getting past Mike. Alma is taken aback to discover that Tricia has a son. Don gets sought out by his scatty taxi passenger.

Mike insists that the police take action against Ken. Bet is displeased when Liz starts work at the betting shop. Mavis finds herself taken into Rita and Roger's confidences.

Liz struggles to remain professional when Steve places a bet. Tricia and Jamie move into Number 1. Don calls on Josie to invite her out for lunch.

Vera welcomes Tricia to Coronation Street. Roger seeks honesty from Rita about their relationship. Alf avoids Audrey when she insists on replacing Betty during the royal visit.

Derek shows Mavis no sympathy as she is released from hospital. Liz quits her job over Steve's reckless gambling. Alma advises Audrey to change her approach to Alf.

Mavis is confused by Derek's sudden concern for her wellbeing. Audrey recruits Fred to help her re-enter public life. Curly avoids Tricia, who turns her attentions to Jim.

Bet tries to persuade Vicky not to drop out of school. Sean delights Liz by offering her a permanent job at the betting shop. Derek blames Norris' product for Mavis' injury.

Bet visits Vicky's headmistress to discuss her academic prospects. Norris tries to get Mavis to contradict Derek's story. Audrey outsmarts Alf by performing an official duty in his place.

Sean orders Steve to pay his outstanding debt. Mavis is daunted by the reality of pursuing a compensation claim. Vicky grows weary of Bet's hostility.

Alf comes up with a way to keep both Audrey and Betty happy. Mavis admits the truth to Derek about her accident. Sean harasses more than one McDonald.

Liz avoids Sean following his unwanted advances. Derek forges on with his war against Norris and the Mile Muncher company. Curly learns that Reg has spread a rumour about him.

Steve is aghast to discover that he has exceeded his credit limit. Curly hates being Reg's underling again. Martin takes sanctuary at Number 7 to write his thesis in peace.

Steve is touched when Fiona pledges to stand by him. Alf becomes concerned about Martin's friendship with Tricia. Sean attempts to clear the air with Liz.

Steve is on tenterhooks awaiting Fiona's answer to his proposal. Vicky asks Bet to accompany her on a Mediterranean cruise. Reg makes enquiries about the rumoured takeover.

Liz makes discoveries about Steve's financial and emotional affairs. Bet asks Raquel to run the Rovers in her absence. Vera disapproves of Don and Josie's friendship.

Vera attempts some matchmaking between Tricia and Curly. The Wiltons and Norris go for dinner at Angela's house. Fiona enquires about renting the cafe flat for her and Steve.

The Rovers' staff get the measure of relief manager Rodney Bostock. Martin incurs Alf's wrath with a badly-timed joke. Rita voices doubts about her role in the community.

Reg has a toupee fitted in a bid to appear more youthful to his bosses. Vera stands in the way of Jack's night out. Alf tells Audrey about Martin's festive dalliance.

Reg debuts his new hairpiece at work. Jack sets out to prove his indispensability to Rodney. Martin attempts to convince Alf of his innocence.

Depressed Steve moves out of his flat and into the cafe flat with Fiona. Mike enjoys his discomfort and shouts insults as he watches him move out. Alma is stunned to receive a letter telling her Jim Sedgewick died three months ago and has left her £2,000. Reg keeps his wig in the car so Maureen won't find it. He fears she will think him less a man if she finds it. Steve is angry that people will be crowing at his downfall. Alma is amazed when Mike doesn't give her advice on how to invest her windfall. Josie enjoys cooking a meal for Don. He is pleased of the attention...

Maureen endures an eventful day when the van breaks down. Fiona learns that Steve lied about going to the dogs. Alma shocks Mike with her purchase of a sports car.

Alf warns Martin that Gail could get to hear of his infidelity. Maud challenges Reg to wear his wig outside of work. Mike refuses to finance Steve's new business deal.

Gail refuses to talk to Martin about his betrayal. Steve feels the pressure from his debtors to pay up. Reg bans Maureen from acknowledging his imminent birthday.

Gail skips work and ignores Martin's attempts to resolve things. Sean is appalled when Steve sets the police onto him. Don makes an excuse to pay Josie a visit.

Des refuses to back up Steve or Sean's stories to the police. Alma criticises Audrey for making Gail feel worse. Rodney hopes to make a success of the Rovers' karaoke evening.

Rodney hopes the Rovers' karaoke night will impress Bet. Alma decides to give Mike a taste of his own medicine. Martin urges Gail to make a decision about their future.

Nicky overhears Gail rowing with Martin over his infidelity. Rodney flatters Bet with his attentions. Don makes a difficult confession to Josie.

Gail accuses Martin of trying to take away her children. Denise refuses to reward Ken for minding Daniel. Reg's worst fears are confirmed by Eric Firman.

Deirdre flies in to join Ken at comatose Tracy's bedside. Raquel dithers over whether to warn Curly off Tricia. Martin brings the children to visit Gail on Mother's Day.

Reg and Curly seek to impress an American visitor. Deirdre fears the worst as Tracy remains unconscious. Steve takes an interest in Vicky's investment plans.

Ken asks a favour of Denise during Tracy's recovery. Gail visits the hospital to confront Cathy. Vicky agrees to invest £2500 in Steve's business.

Ken visits a solicitor to discover where he stands with Denise. Martin advises Gail to seek professional help for her depression. Reg hears good news from Eric.

Deirdre makes arrangements for Samir's arrival. Gail's refusal to accept help leads to harsh words from Alma and Audrey. Tricia is outraged to find a 'For Sale' board on her house.

Andy worries about Vicky getting mixed up in Steve's business. Alma persuades Gail to take some action. Tricia and Jamie tear down the sign outside Number 1.

Ken and Deirdre dread giving Tracy the news of her kidney failure. Mike seizes on Rodney's interest in his stolen car. Fiona celebrates qualifying as a stylist.

Samir struggles to offer support to a distant Deirdre. Tricia accompanies Rodney on a test drive of Mike's Mercedes. Don and Josie treat the Duckworths to a night out.

Deirdre ignores Samir's opposition to her donating a kidney to Tracy. Mike feels the long arm of the law, thanks to Rodney. Vera delights in the scandal of Don bedding Josie.

Jon enjoys a day out with Denise and Daniel. Vicky accompanies Steve to deliver a consignment of T-shirts. Alf and Audrey welcome the French mayor into their home.

Alf introduces Raquel to a charmed Valery. Samir seeks reassurance about the long-term effects of Deirdre's plans. Denise takes her bad mood out on Fiona.

Audrey plots revenge when Alf refuses to take her to a civic function. Deirdre learns that her kidney is not a match for Tracy. Steve and Vicky suffer a financial loss.

Ken invites Denise to a summit to discuss his role in Daniel's life. Fiona's trust in Steve is shaken by his dealings with Vicky. Vera plans a family holiday with Tommy.

Samir fears an ulterior motive when Ken offers to be Tracy's donor. Vicky pesters Steve to recoup her investment money. Vera wants to make a good impression on Tommy.

Samir resolves to do something positive to help Deirdre. Jack seeks someone to feed his pigeons in his absence. Denise's work fails to provide respite from Ken's demands.

Samir undergoes further tests as Tracy comes home from hospital. Fiona struggles to cope running the salon single-handed. Vera throws a children's party for Tommy.

Vicky contemplates further business dealings with Steve. Martin learns the outcome of his nursing exams. Deirdre makes arrangements without consulting Samir.

Martin springs a family caravan holiday on Gail. Vicky proposes a formal partnership arrangement to Steve. Samir feels increasingly pushed aside by Deirdre, Ken and Tracy.

Gail and Martin find the Duckworths holidaying in a neighbouring caravan. Betty meets a face during celebrations for the fiftieth anniversary of VE Day. The Wiltons notice that one of their garden gnomes is missing.

Gail and Martin begin to communicate again. Samir confides his doubts to Jim about donating a kidney. Betty and Billy reflect on losing touch fifty years ago.

Nicky skips school to entertain Melanie at Number 5. Betty has her hair done to attend a tea dance with Billy. The Wiltons receive a postcard from their missing garden gnome.

A despondent Tracy lashes out at Ken and Samir. Tricia receives formal notice to move out of Number 1. Fiona gets a phone call from Denise revealing her whereabouts.

Samir learns whether his kidney is compatible for a transplant. Ken visits Denise at her sister's house. Vicky takes a keen interest in Steve's bookkeeping.

Audrey and Alma get carried away on a shopping trip to Southport. Tracy and Samir attend a joint counselling session. Vicky voices doubts about Steve's new deal.

Denise returns to Coronation Street to make peace with Fiona and Ken. Audrey makes mischief for Alma. Vicky arranges a business trip to Dublin with Steve.

Vicky and Steve's Dublin trip causes concern for more than one resident. Deirdre helps out at the shop during Maureen's illness. Audrey nags Alma to live a little.

Fiona suffers an upsetting ordeal while Steve is away. Alma takes to the role of catering consultant with ease. Tricia tries Bet's patience once too often at the Rovers.

The McDonalds struggle for time to themselves with the Rachids staying. Tricia takes advantage of being left in charge of the shop. Derek receives a surprise on his doorstep.

Deirdre spends the day with Samir ahead of his operation. Alf orders Audrey to keep a very important secret. Maud accuses Tricia of being Reg's floozy.

Deirdre hastens to the hospital where she is given heartbreaking news of Samir. Denise invites Fiona to become the salon's manager. Steve receives an unwelcome visitor.

Deirdre avoids visiting Tracy as she deals with the shock of Samir's death. Fiona is annoyed by Steve's vanishing act. Alma resolves to make a success of her new venture.

Deirdre tells Ken that she blames Tracy for Samir's death. Vicky helps Alma to set up her new business. Maureen summons the courage to give Tricia the sack.

Tracy grows impatient for an explanation for Deirdre's absence. Vera informs Jack that she has lost her job. Billy upsets Betty with a thoughtless remark.

Steve gets a hostile reception upon his return from London. Audrey invites the local press to do a feature on Alf's OBE. Vera alarms Jack with talk of retirement.

The women in Steve's life are horrified to learn of his beating. Alma celebrates her fee for the consultancy job. Jack presses Vera to look for a new job.

Vicky persuades Steve to make some sacrifices to clear his debts. Derek's gnome Arthur goes missing again. Alf revels in the announcement of his O.B.E.

Alf's reputation is thrown into question during a meeting at the Town Hall. Vicky hands over cash to Steve. Alma feels ashamed of forgetting her wedding anniversary.

Jack learns the full extent of Vera's financial despair. Bet and Raquel encourage Betty to call on Billy. Alf fears being branded a thief, while Audrey covets a conservatory.

Vicky learns that Fiona has thrown Steve out of the flat. Tracy decides that she cannot face Deirdre. Jack hopes to turn some tragic news to his advantage.

Steve and Vicky keep their night of passion a secret. The Duckworths enquire about life insurance. Liz and Jim celebrate their boys' twenty-first birthday.

Deirdre returns from Morocco following Samir's funeral. Jack visits his late brother's house. Vicky gets Steve to agree to keep their engagement under wraps.

Steve gives Vicky an engagement ring. Mike offers Deirdre a new home and job. Don volunteers to drive the Duckworths to Cliff's funeral.

Alec arrives at the Rovers to tackle Vicky about her engagement. Brian offers Audrey information to clear Alf's name. Mike grits his teeth in order to do Ken a good deed.

Alec takes action to prevent Vicky's from wedding taking place. Alf points the finger of blame at Harry Potts. News of Steve's marriage plans rocks Fiona.

Alec hopes a trip to Southampton will change Vicky's mind about marriage. Ken suggests to Denise that they move into Number 1. Audrey checks out Alma's sideline business.

The Armstrongs take a stand against Mike. Jack fears a meeting with Cliff's solicitor. Deirdre is reluctant to build bridges with Tracy.

The Duckworths dread discovering that they are liable for Cliff's debts. Deirdre offers a solution to Mike's problem with Tricia. Josie suffers a terrifying experience at work.

Mike tries to offer Tricia an alternative place to live. Don comforts Josie who is shaken by her ordeal. Jack and Vera disagree on how best to spend their windfall.

The Duckworths scour Cliff's house for anything of value. A day with Sarah Louise proves an education for Josie. Derek names a new prime suspect as his gnome-napper.

Jack and Vera take a market stall to sell off Cliff's belongings. Steve awaits Vicky's verdict on their wedding. Don makes a decision about his future concerning Ivy.

Vicky sees through Alec's efforts to persuade her to call off the wedding. Ken, Denise and Daniel move into Number 1. Don instigates divorce proceedings.

Alec tracks down a loan shark to whom Steve owes money. Curly suggests a lads' night in to Kevin. Jamie voices misgivings to Deirdre about Roy Cropper.

Kevin is astonished to receive a visit from his father Bill. Derek receives another postcard from Arthur. Alec frets over Vicky's imminent marriage to Steve. Roy's directness discomfits Deirdre.

Roy's pestering becomes too much for Deirdre to tolerate. Derek lays a trap to catch the gnome thief. Steve informs Vicky of Alec's latest tactic to split them up.

Alec makes a desperate bid to persuade Steve to walk away from Vicky. Roy spreads gossip about Deirdre and Mike's relationship. Bill shares bad news with Percy.

Alec's plan to split up Vicky and Steve backfires spectacularly. Bill hopes to make a good impression on Sally. The rumours about Mike and Deirdre reach Alma's ears.

Alec is defeated Vicky and Steve depart for their Caribbean wedding. Deirdre learns of the gossip about her and Mike. Bill feels terrible for torching Number 13's kitchen.

The Websters make an insurance claim for the fire. Deirdre gives Tricia a mouthful for spreading lies about her. The Duckworths arrive home to no sign of their payout cheque.

Derek resolves to catch his tormentor in the act. Vera chases the insurers for the proceeds of Cliff's life policy. Kevin worries about Bill's financial situation.

Deirdre criticises Tricia for not taking care of Jamie. Phyllis makes an upsetting discovery upon arriving for work. The Duckworths celebrate receiving a £30,000 cheque.

The Duckworths ponder how best to spend their money. Liz confides in Deirdre that she might be pregnant. Reg discovers that changes are afoot at Firman's Freezers.

Reg anxiously waits to hear from the Duckworths about the shop. Liz and Jim debate the sense of having a baby. Raquel shames Curly and Des into getting fit.

Raquel is keen to mark Jack's final day at the Rovers. Reg meets Eric's replacement as general manager. Jim surprises Liz by enquiring about having a vasectomy.

Jack and Vera decide to throw a party for the neighbours. Bet and Liz clear the air over Steve and Vicky. Leo puts Reg in his place on his first day at the helm.

A visit from a priest brings Don a piece of shattering news. Jack toys with splashing out on an expensive car. Reg plans a barbecue with the aim of schmoozing Leo.

Don collects Ivy's belongings from the retreat. Reg and Curly jostle for Leo's attention at the barbecue. Percy accuses Bill of lying about the breakdown of his marriage.

Josie aims to keep a low profile on the day of Ivy's funeral. Percy alerts Emily to a patch of damp in his bedroom. Des finds a reason to remain on Curly's football team.

Don resents Ivy continuing to upset his life from beyond the grave. Fiona and Maxine support the Rovers' five-a-side team. Jack looks into buying a second-hand car.

The Platts learn the contents of Ivy's last will and testament. Emily asks Percy to move out during the roof repair work. Vera eyes a new home for her and Jack.

Nick questions whether his inheritance is worth the family upheaval. Percy makes himself at home with Curly. Maxine sends Des a token of her admiration.

Derek is aghast to find Norris conducting his performance review. Des looks forward to spending time with Tommy. Josie threatens to leave Don unless he changes.

Josie persuades Don to make peace with Nick. Percy visits Curly's workplace to find him a date. The Wiltons dread the prospect of having the Duckworths as neighbours.

Betty's confidence takes a knock when her house is burgled. Maxine sets her sights on seducing Des. Raquel makes an impression on Curly's boss, Leo.

Des is full of regret after spending the night with Maxine. Betty takes comfort from having Billy near. Don consults a solicitor regarding his rights to Number 5.

Nick worries about upsetting Martin and Don by accepting his bequest. Curly's teammates decide to oust him. Norris becomes the Wiltons' latest prime suspect.

Don resolves to settle his dispute with the Platts amicably. Des is unimpressed by Steph's living conditions. Percy feels put out when Emily fails to invite him to move back in.

Maxine makes a concerted effort to capture Des's attention. Nick visits a solicitor to legally change his surname. Percy seeks new permanent accommodation.

Raquel is surprised when Leo keeps their date. Vera sees Steph as a threat to Des selling Number 6. Billy embarrasses Betty with a drunken declaration in the Rovers.

Curly tries to find out about Raquel and Leo's date. Nick takes a stand to assert his rights over what is his. Betty stuns Billy by accepting his apology and proposal.

Curly fights for control as he comes face to face with Leo at work. The Duckworths show prospective buyers around Number 9. Bill comes under fire from all angles.

Curly refuses to display any remorse for hitting Leo. Gordon visits to inspect Billy before he marries Betty. Jack makes plans for a new pigeon loft for Number 6.

Bet receives disturbing news about the future of the Rovers. Gary and Judy Mallett view the Duckworths' house. Steph bumps into the father of her unborn baby.

Bet informs her staff that the Rovers is to be sold. Des helps Steph to move into her new flat. Jack and Vera fear that the Malletts were not serious house hunters.

Bet has no idea where to turn, while the Rovers' staff consider their futures. Des makes a decision that causes upset. Vicky urges Steve to commit to their business.

Rita checks that her finances can accommodate a partnership with Bet. Betty makes preparations for her wedding. Steve and Vicky disagree over where they should live.

Rita agonises over the question of entering into business with Bet. Steve complains when Vicky rents a flat without consulting him. Des tries to avoid clingy Maxine.

In desperation, Bet turns to Vicky for financial backing. Denise considers having Daniel christened. Martin and Don agree to hold peace talks about Number 5.

Bet feels downcast following Vicky's rejection and fears for her future without the Rovers. Anne reports Leo for sexual harassment. Denise is astonished to learn that Ken asked Rita to be Daniel's godmother.

Word of Bet's departure spreads throughout the street. The Cleggs arrive ahead of Betty and Billy's wedding day. Several interested parties consider buying the Rovers.

Betty and Billy's family and friends gather to see them married. The Duckworths and the McDonalds plan to buy the Rovers. Curly orders Reg to take Anne's complaint seriously.

The Duckworths and McDonalds put the wheels in motion to buy the Rovers. Deirdre hopes for answers at the inquest into Samir's death. Reg dreads the contents of Leo's report.

Reg orders Curly to persuade Raquel to speak out. Jack and Vera hope to beat the McDonalds in the race to sell their houses. Deirdre looks for answers regarding Samir's demise.

Jim risks Mike's wrath in the race to secure the Rovers. Jack and Vera receive a decision from the Malletts. Curly refuses to name Raquel as he reports Leo's actions to Eric.

Jim refuses to go crawling to Mike to ask for his job back. The Rovers' staff ponder what changes the Duckworths will make. Don rues having to make excuses to Sarah Louise.

The Duckworths make their final arrangements prior to moving into the Rovers. Liz orders Jim to apologise to Mike. Raquel is displeased when her modelling agent shows an interest in Fiona.

The Duckworths' first day at the helm of the Rovers is beset with problems. Mike attempts to repair his damaged image. Raquel resents Fiona's modelling offer.

Curly informs Raquel that Leo has been dismissed. Ken endures a meeting with Denise's sister and her husband. Vera attempts to replicate the Rovers' traditional hotpot. Vicky rebukes Steve for his lack of domestic skills.

The Rovers' customers blame the Duckworths for an outbreak of stomach ache. Vicky disapproves of Steve's intention to visit a casino. Curly offers comfort to a dejected Raquel.

Jack strikes up a new business relationship. Ken endures Brian's company at Daniel's christening. Reg and Curly participate in an identity parade. Steve sulks at Vicky following their row.

Reg undergoes a second identity parade to prove his innocence to the police. Kevin tries to help to win back Jim's job. Roy advises Mike about Deirdre's reclusive behaviour.

Jim's fortieth birthday celebrations strike a sour note. Reg finds himself to be the source of much hilarity as the police's suspected flasher. The Malletts move in to Number 9.

Liz berates Jim for his drunken outburst. Reg is delighted by the prospect of a possible promotion and leaving Weatherfield. Vera confesses to finding running the Rovers exhausting.

Liz seeks consolation when Jim's efforts to make amends do not succeed. Reg decides not to move away for Maureen's sake. Kevin does not take to his new assistant at the garage.

Des is keen to pursue an affair, despite Liz's feelings of guilt. A team of Rovers regulars take part in a football match. Kevin loses patience with his fastidious new colleague.

Reg goes in search of Eric so as to secure the promotion to Lowestoft. Kevin offers Tony Horrocks a mechanic's job at MVB Motors. Gary installs his drum kit at Number 9.

Sean seeks an explanation of Des and Liz's conduct. Jack urges Vera to visit a sick Tommy in Blackpool. Fiona resolves not to encourage Tony's interest in her. Sarah Louise causes concern for the Platts.

Denise invites Brian to the salon flat to rekindle a former passion. Kevin asks Fiona to lure Tony onto the Rovers' football team. Jack employs a temporary barmaid to combat staff shortages.

Gail and Martin decide to make amends with Don for the sake of the children. Jack hires a glamorous new barmaid in Vera's absence. The Malletts throw a rowdy house-warming party. Bill and Jim establish a solid working relationship.

Vera returns and objects to Lorraine's presence behind the bar. Derek sulks over Mavis accompanying Rita on the cruise. Steve fails to win round Fiona.

Don drives Alf and Audrey to London for the investiture ceremony. Mavis and Rita persuade Derek to run The Kabin during their absence. Sally and Kevin offer to help Bill pay his tax bill.

Raquel turns to Curly when Des uses her for the last time. Rita voices objections to the Websters lending money to Bill. Jack resents Vera being invited to a brewery function.

Des informs Liz of his night with Raquel in a bid to make her jealous. Bill apologises for causing trouble for the Websters. Vicky tackles Steve about his spending habits.

Andy accuses Des of having an affair with Liz. Derek is horrified to receive another postcard from Arthur. Alma and Maureen take Audrey for a night out to lift her spirits. Jim sells his motorbike to Gary.

Liz takes the day off work in an effort to distance herself from Des. Alison tells Denise of her suspicion that Brian is being unfaithful. Norris visits Derek with a proposition.

Curly and Raquel return from their cruise and the revelation of their marriage shocks the residents. Liz tires of the atmosphere at work and asks Des to sack her. Derek's news upsets Mavis.

Liz breaks the news of her sacking to an incandescent Jim. Raquel frets that she will embarrass Curly at dinner with the Firmans. Emily's pet charity benefits from Bet's flit.

Steve is taken for questioning by the police in relation to handling stolen whiskey. Andy considers moving out of Des' house. Raquel worries that she has ruined Curly's future at Firman's Freezers.

Vicky angrily awaits Steve's return and explanation. Curly and Raquel prepare to face their parents for the first time since their wedding. Vera has to run the Rovers single-handed when Jack takes ill.

Vicky calls in her family solicitor Nick as Steve is held in custody. Derek makes a shocking discovery after Norris' stag party. Curly is bemused when Eric invites him to join the Square Dealers.

Mavis persuades Derek to make amends with Norris and accompany him to the wedding. Steve blames Vicky for his misfortune. Rita apologises to Bill. Curly prepares for his Square Dealers initiation ceremony.