Series 22

Season 22 · 2021 · 102 episodes

Episodes

1Sleeping With GhostsAl gets spooked, Jimmi and Rob look into the Robson case, and Sid gets caught between a father and daughter who are at odds over what’s best for his patient.
2Of Mice and WomenAfter Lily lets herself into his home, Al takes matters into his own hands. Karen and Rob struggle to deal with Tom’s behaviour, and Emma meets a medical student whose secret experiments have gone too far.
3ImpressionsAl receives a disconcerting phone call from his mother. Daniel is unimpressed when Zara spreads an intimate secret around the Mill. Al gives relationship advice to a painter and her self-medicating boyfriend.
4Pulling the WoolAl worries that Lily’s latest move may have put his mother in danger, whilst Sid and Bear worry that Daniel is having a mid-life crisis. Jimmi helps with the death of a young woman at the university, but all is not what it seems.
5The GardenKaren, Jimmi and Daniel finally get some answers as the truth about who really killed Tom and Ella’s mother comes as a shocking revelation. But where will it leave Tom, Ella and Simon?
6TroubleYoung nurse Luca battles to help his patients whilst dealing with ghosts from the past. But what is his connection to The Mill?
7Loss or AbsenceKaren and Rob are devastated as the consequences for Tom, Ella and Simon become evident. Ruhma tries to help a hopeful father-to-be and his partner when the reality of their situation is revealed.
8Helping HandsNurse Luca ruffles some feathers during his first day at the Mill, Daniel is called to campus to help two protesters out of a sticky situation, and a charming woman has an enticing proposition for Valerie.
9Close EncountersBear’s team-building day takes the staff on an exciting scavenger hunt, with some strange encounters and a thrilling race to the finish.
10A History of ViolenceAfter some cajoling by Bear, Sid finally gets back in the game. Karen and Luca patch things up, but his day sours after an unpleasant surprise. Jimmi helps an ex-offender with a violent past.
11Sweet Child O'MineLuca is backed into a corner when his past comes back to haunt him. Bear and Sid go on a double date, and Karen meets a mother who is desperate to save her sick daughter.
12Cold ReadingDaniel tries to stop a dangerous hunger strike. Ruhma offers a listening ear as pressure builds on Luca, and Zara worries for a grieving friend who believes in communing with the dead.
13Midlwife CrisisRob tries to get away from it all with a day of fishing, but an unexpected arrival gives him something to think about. Daniel is invited to meet the pro vice chancellor of the university, and Ruhma is surprised to learn why an anxious dad-to-be is showing such a high level of interest in his wife’s pregnancy.
14ImposterDaniel becomes increasingly embroiled in the university hunger strike, despite Zara warning him to stay away. When her mother starts treating her like a stranger, teenager Rosie realises she is locked out of a family secret.
15Sugar SugarDaniel’s fears for Anita intensify, while Zara is miffed by Emma and Luca’s newfound spark. Colin is intent on declaring his love to his sugar baby, but Karen fears he’s making a big mistake.
16SammyLuca’s past creates trouble for him when Jonno tells all to Zara. Bear is alarmed to realise a care service for a teenage boy is just a front for something more sinister.
17Food for ThoughtDaniel tries his best to end the hunger strike once and for all as Anita wakes from her coma.
18Daddy's GirlValerie embarks on a magnet-fishing adventure, while Daniel is challenged by Maisie to put his money where his mouth is.
19Fifty-FiftyDaniel has a final chance to persuade Maisie to end the hunger strike, as Jimmi finds out some disturbing news about the university. Luca tries to help two sisters who are at odds over how to care for their father as he struggles with worsening dementia.
20MenpauseEmma and Zara host a menopausal support group, where they learn as much about their own experiences and friendship as the other women.
21Game OnDaniel is in a race against time to get to the bottom of the dodgy dealings at the university. Al discovers the real-life identity of his online chess opponent, and Rob is caught between two brothers as extortion on the Churchill explodes into violence.
22You Win SomeSid is given a challenge by an old friend. Valerie gets a mysterious letter, and Bear learns about the new head of the Patient Participation Group.
23Mad Eye MandyBear meets the infamous Miranda Evans, and Sid puzzles over his first labour. Emma has to get a fractured family to come together when a graduation day becomes too much.
24Snakes and LaddersMiranda arrives at the Mill, impressing everyone. Valerie has her suspicions - do leopards ever change their spots? Rob has to solve the mystery behind a violent attack on a pensioner.
25The Truth, The Whole Truth...Al is keen to try out his new game app on the team, and Karen proves especially enthusiastic. Emma is challenged when a stabbing leads to an internal police investigation.
26PushRuhma supports one couple from the start to the end of their pregnancy journey, but can she admit that she needs help herself?
27The Good, The Bad and The Blood PressureyAl reluctantly leads a shared patient consultation, and Bear may be out of his depth. What do a radio host, a graphic novelist and a timid man have in common?
28Bad Things, Good PeopleValerie sees omens everywhere, and Bear can’t see what’s in front of him. Zara has to step in when a one-night stand has disastrous consequences.
29Schrodinger's DogA dog’s death leads Rob to uncover a dark secret. Meanwhile, flirting is in the air – Daniel is flattered, but Bear is horrified.
30Over The WatersIt’s the day of the charity car wash. Will they clean up, or will it be a total washout? Luca, Ruhma and Karen have to go the extra mile for their customers.
31Ex Marks The SpotWorkplace crushes hot up for Daniel and Bear, but only Daniel is enjoying the attention. Karen intervenes when a bitterly divorced couple arrive for appointments at the same time.
32The Lost BoyIt’s a big day for Valerie, but Karen has forgotten something important. Will she be able to save the day? When a documentary film-maker visits the prison, Daniel helps a young inmate who is struggling to find his way out of the system
33One Too ManyIt’s Valerie’s 50th birthday and a celebrity is in town, but will she get to meet them? When their plans go awry, Emma and Luca find themselves sharing more than they expect.
34Tongue-TiedValerie tries to track down the baby from the photo in the mystery box. A new sergeant joins the station, but Rob isn’t too happy about it. Jimmi tries to help a young lad with a stammer who has vital information for the police but is struggling to share it.
35Day of ReckoningValerie is delighted when Ricky Delaine propositions her, while Rob and Harriet start to bond. When a proud mother faces her own mortality, she opens up a can of worms that threatens to destroy her relationship with her daughter.
36You Promised Me a FeelingJimmi helps a family struggling with the long-term physical and emotional effects of cancer over the course of a decade.
37Brown BootsValerie faces a choice – does she want a medical career or a life of glitz and glamour in showbusiness? A young carer struggles to cope when his nan’s obsession with a Stanley Holloway monologue gets out of hand. Can Rob and Harriet help?
38Winner Winner Chicken DinnerValerie continues on her quest, but a surprise awaits as she follows her next lead. Tensions run high when the team from The Mill face formidable competition on the sports pitch. Will the best team win?
39Brother LoveValerie gets excited by her first day of HCA training and is then surprised when Nathan turns up at the Mill. Jimmi gets drawn into a dispute between a brother and sister.
40Who DecidesValerie helps Nathan out when he struggles to go through with meeting his birth mother. Ruhma is somewhat baffled by a young couple's approach to choosing their baby’s defining characteristics.
41This is Not a PipeAl unwillingly finds himself on a blind date but makes an unexpected connection. Is his companion everything she seems?
42The SegSid needs help to come up with a final Labour of Hercules to raise money, and Emma tries to organise a Sunday lunch with Luca. Daniel gets embroiled in a prison dispute and has to decide how to deal with information he shouldn’t have.
43Crossing the LineIt is Valerie’s first day of full training as HCA with Luca, but what can possibly go wrong? Luca gives her some dating advice. Rob and Harriet attend an unusual crime scene and have to work out why a woman is found tied up in the boot of her own car.
44Comic Book HeroSid makes preparations for the big apple sale, while Karen is excited by the prospect of another foster child. Luca is intrigued when he gets involved with a patient who is undergoing superhero therapy.
45Love is in the AirIt’s the day of the big apple sale, but Valerie can’t seem to concentrate on it. Lewis is excited to attend the final labour, though Sid isn’t so sure he should come. Sid has to deal with a patient who is looking to get back on the dating scene.
46Into the WoodsSid’s colleagues try to support him after his tragic loss. Luca struggles with a dilemma. Valerie and Nathan’s day in the woods gives her food for thought.
47Three Consultations and a FuneralOver the course of a month, Emma tries to help Jan Fisher – but what is Jan hiding?
48Only ConnectAl’s IT know-how is needed by an old friend, but can he troubleshoot the difficult relationship between a wildly different mother and son?
49TrappedA detoxing Jonno turns on Luca. Valerie organises team appreciation gifts, while Ruhma tries to get Sid to unwrap his feelings. Zara Carmichael is pushed to her limit.
50The Gift Horse's MouthValerie’s team appreciation gift exchange leads to big decisions. Ruhma supports Sid on the day of Lewis’s wake. Jimmi helps a student to mend his relationship with his strictly vegan ex-girlfriend.
51Seize The DayRob and Harriet get close at a work party, while Valerie reassesses her decisions in life. Ruhma meets a teenager who hasn’t told anyone in her life about her pregnancy.
52Quality TimeAl helps a local councillor try to reconnect with his estranged, grieving son.
53Make You Feel My LoveRob goes blank, Jimmi gets suspicious, and Zara and Daniel aren’t sure what they’ve let themselves in for. Emma finds herself caught up in Barry’s personal life.
54It's a No From MeSid makes a connection. Daniel and Zara struggle as Al masterminds the last labour. Bear misses the treasure hunt to try to help a patient in need.
55EnoughSid and Valerie struggle coming down from the high of yesterday, while Ruhma takes Karen out. Daniel tries to help a nurse who spends too much time helping everyone else.
56A Grave AffairKaren talks to the dead, Sid thinks drinking is the answer, and Emma and Harriet encounter two women battling with grief.
57A Touch of ClassAs Sid finds himself in trouble with the rapid response team, Emma and Jimmi worry about Rob. A young female student turns to Al for help when she falls victim to bullying.
58BindweedSid plans an ambitious initiative for the Mill, and Al is less than helpful in Bear’s audit meeting. Zara is forced to intervene between a mother and her stroppy teenage daughter.
59Sub 25Luca tries to help a patient who is suffering in silence.
60In Case of EmergencyAl and Bear are at loggerheads, while Karen hopes for a relaxing day out with Rob. Ruhma finds a mother has disturbing symptoms following the birth of her baby.
61The Slipped-Fishy-Click-FlipSid is nervous about his presentation to Daniel and Zara, and Valerie comes to a startling decision. Luca treats a teenager whose attempts to help her brother disastrously backfire.
62Call of JudyAs Jimmi tries to make Valerie change her mind, it’s Karen’s turn to make a rash move. Daniel finds himself in the middle of a complex family situation.
63Starting OverIt’s Valerie’s last day at the Mill, and she’s planning to go out in style. Thanks to Ruhma, the Mill is alive with the sound of music.
64WonderlandLooking for adventure, Valerie finds herself in a magical place called Wonderland, but will she like what she finds?
65Waste of SpaceWhile Daniel and Bear’s concern grows for Sid, Jimmi is delighted to welcome a travelling friend who has come to spread some joy. Local bad boys Aaron and Lenny have big plans for the day, but they don’t anticipate meeting Rob and Harriet, who are determined to stop them – but at what cost?
66Friendly FireAaron lies lifeless. Rob struggles to deal with the enormity of the situation, but will he open up to Jimmi? Emma nips out of surgery to buy something second-hand. What could possibly go wrong?
67Shouting in a StormRob and Karen are at odds, and Emma visits to try and help. Aaron remains unconscious. Daniel deals with a medical student who struggles to keep their opinions to themselves.
68Geraldus the HeroAl battles with two of his least favourite people as he tries to assist a new student whose accommodation seems to be exacerbating her asthma.
69The Missing PieceRob visits Daniel to try to find any answers, and Inspector Okoro acts when potential new evidence becomes available. Valerie has to attend to a young mother who is struggling to cope with a new baby.
70Beautiful DayValerie tries to enact a significant event protocol because of a mystery parcel. Ruhma examines some of Al’s old antiques, and Sid supervises a younger rapid response paramedic,but nothing seems to go right.
71The InspectorEmma thinks a potential witness could be of benefit to Rob, and Al winds Ruhma up. Bear visits another GP surgery and gets stuck there longer than he anticipated.
72Rest in PeaceHarriet visits Rob with some news, and Ruhma gets herself into a bit of a tangle. Luca deals with a young couple with a tragic recent past that is manifesting itself in an unusual way.
73A Great Day for the RaceEmma decides to get everyone together to teach them a lesson in diversity, while Ruhma is somewhat taken aback by discussion of her background. Jimmi has to deal with a very sensitive subject when it turns out a family have deeply hidden issues that need discussing.
74Booty or Bust, Part 1When a key witness returns to the surgery, Emma aims to get his statement about the night at the warehouse. Al and Ruhma take part in a bargain-finding TV game show.
75Booty or Bust, Part 2Valerie tracks down her missing witness, but both of them are scared off by Harriet’s threatening behaviour.
76It Takes You AwayWith a little help from Zara and the team, the lives of a stand-up comic and a young homeless man are forever changed when they meet outside the Mill.
77SpinValerie is roped into making a statement to the police about Harriet, then helps out Marvin in her own way. Sid is caught in a love triangle between warring neighbours and a treacherous girlfriend.
78Silver LiningValerie is roped into making a statement to the police about Harriet, then helps out Marvin in her own way. Sid is caught in a love triangle between warring neighbours and a treacherous girlfriend.
79Bad InfluencerRob is thrown when an apologetic Harriet confronts him about his feelings. Zara has some words of wisdom for an aspiring influencer.
80PriceRob seeks help as he feels he faces a bleak future. Daniel is presented with a lucrative job opportunity that proves to be at odds with his morals.
81Fire and RainBear and Luca go undercover, while Sid receives a bombshell. Jimmi’s advice sends a grieving mother down the wrong path.
82DeadnameBear’s attempt to help his mum backfires, Al’s online social life causes problems at work, and Luca helps a hairdresser who is struggling to leave his past life behind.
83No Place Like HomeAppalled by the uncaring actions of her elderly neighbour’s daughter, a woman in labour enlists Ruhma’s help, but what is she really up to?
84Love in the DarkRob and Sid drown their sorrows, leading Karen to confront Rob. Valerie visits a confused patient who thinks she is his daughter.
85Magic TrapKaren lashes out at Luca, Rob makes a decision, and Bear is thrown by Makeda’s announcement. Zara supports a student who has returned to uni after a cancer scare.
86Beyond CaringAl doubts his online friend, Karen tries to get through to Rob, and Bear’s worries about his mum spill into work. Emma suspects a police officer of corruption.
100SmotherhoodValerie has an unconventional announcement to make but will her friends support her? Al is faced with a medical mystery and helps a grieving mother and daughter to find their wings again.
110The TestBear is forced to make a decision as Makeda faces a major operation. Al encourages his patient to tell a painful secret to her daughter-in-law.
114Something of the NightKaren goes on a date, but will Rob notice? Bear tries to make Makeda's release from hospital as pleasant as possible. Emma has to deal with two troublesome teenagers in custody
115The Fragile Heart
130LifecycleDaniel and Zara deal with the fallout from Rowena’s diagnosis, and Bear has some advice for Hazeem. Emotions run high when Rob arrests a kid for stealing a bike and finds himself dealing with a cold case.
131Missing PiecesRuhma is shocked when Hazeem opens up about his relationship with Daisha, and tensions between Zara and Emma come to a head in a very public way.
132The Maze of MonstrositiesAl guides three very different people through a nerdy role-playing game that reveals surprising truths about them all – including Al.
133Ancient HistoryZara is on the warpath after Emma’s radio show, so Daniel must try to broker a truce. Ruhma urges Hazeem to come clean to Daisha, and a chance encounter at the Mill between a recovering drug addict and an engaged patient reveals the devastating impact one lie can have.
134Emotional BaggageJimmi tries to reach Tim’s partner Rachelle in an explosive joint counselling session. Ruhma fails to hide her growing irritation with Hazeem as she grows closer to Daisha. A sick young woman desperately wants to escape her controlling mother and needs someone to listen to her. Is Sid that someone?
135Blocking It OutZara steps on Emma’s toes at the police station while Ruhma makes a reluctant promise to Daisha. Luca helps a young man overcome his grief for the sake of his father’s happiness.
136A Respectable NeighbourhoodHazeem misses his interview, but Ruhma won’t let him off easy. Al does his best to make Emma and Zara’s feud worse. Bear’s day off is hijacked by an estranged son’s efforts to derail his mother’s house move.
137Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?An ordinary home visit for Zara spirals out of control as one’s man psychosis is slowly revealed. Can she keep her patient alive – as well as herself?
138Signs of the TimesEmma and Zara’s ongoing feud destabilises the Mill, and Tim is left feeling more alone than ever. Sid confronts a dangerous group of vigilantes targeting society’s most vulnerable.
139No Way to LiveZara reconnects with an old friend. Jimmi tries to bolster Tim, who is struggling in the aftermath of his arrest.
140Final CallJimmi struggles with yesterday’s events. Zara is enthralled by Davinia. Luca deals with a patient who has seen the angel of death.
141You Can't Go Home AgainValerie has fun and games with Hazeem. Ruhma feels the effect of Zara’s new friendship. Al tries to help a teenager leaving care escape a life of crime.