Series 28

Season 28 · 1999 · 164 episodes

Episodes

1Episode 2467 (Tue 5th Jan 1999)Viv sends Kelly into a rage when she asks Terry to come and help re-open the Post Office. Kelly can hardly believe what her step-mum is doing with Vic barely in his grave. And Viv's ill-advised offer causes friction between Scott and Kelly too raking up guilty thoughts from Christmas Day. Laura lays her cards on the table with Zoe. She fancies Chris but Kathy is standing in her way. Zoe suggests she tries the direct approach. And Zak tells a family gathering that Lisa will go back to work and he will become a full-time house-husband looking after baby Belle.
2Episode 2468 (Wed 6th Jan 1999)Laura is determined to get Chris to set up and take notice of her. She's invited him round for a swish meal, and set the scene with low lights and romantic music. But Chris doesn't get the game and leaves his host deflated when all he wants to talk about is Kim's impending trial. Then to rub salt into Laura's dented ego he casually informs her that he's taking Kathy to the pictures later that evening. Terry gets a real earful from Kelly and decides to turn down Viv's offer to move in at the Post Office. And Scott tells Kelly to lay-off his mother after everything she's been through.
3Episode 2469 (Thu 7th Jan 1999)Life is a big gamble - especially if you're called Zak Dingle. For unknown to Lisa he takes his new-born on an important errand to Hotten - to the bookies. But in the excitement of winning an all or nothing bet the dozy dad, and his son Butch set off home - without baby Belle. And there's only one sure bet in this story - if Lisa finds out he's going to be in a load of trouble. Can Zak get out of his latest scrape? Kelly tears into Sarah when she visits the Post Office to offer words of comfort to Viv. Graham throws a paddy with Rachel when he learns she visited Steve at the remand centre. And Kim is panicked when Kathy informs her she may vary her story when she takes the witness stand at the forthcoming trial.
4Episode 2470 (Tue 12th Jan 1999)Kim and Steve have been though so much together. But tonight they sit in the dock, very much enemies, and both facing possible prison sentences. Kim pleads not guilty to the theft of Orsino, a £300,000 thoroughbred and not guilty to obtaining money by deception from an insurance company. Steve pleads guilty to the two charges but denies he attempted to murder Kathy by driving his vehicle at her. It's only the first day but when Kathy takes the stand and reveals she did see Steve before impact, and that the vehicle was directed at her, Kim looks to have won the first round. Marlon tries to make peace with Lyn, who is temping at the vet surgery. But after he let he down at Christmas, dining with Dingles instead of with her family, she is in an unforgiving mood.
5Episode 2471 (Wed 13th Jan 1999)Chris has been dreaming of the day his former step mother was brought to book. He blames her for the death of his father and has worked tirelessly to help build up evidence of her involvement in the stud farm theft. But when Kim gives evidence, she maliciously touches a raw nerve. She claims he could never accept her as his father's wife and that while Chris idolised Frank as a self made man, the feeling was not mutual. She says Frank never thought Chris was up to it and in fact told her he despised him. It's too much for Chris to hand and in a fit of rage he is expelled from court. Graham opens up about his wife and explains how she committed suicide with an overdose of anti-depressants.
6Episode 2472 (Thu 14th Jan 1999)Seth has been running an unofficial book on Kim's changes of being acquitted. It's ranged from three-to-one at the stat of the trial to twenty-to-one following Kathy's testimony. But events tonight will send those odds tumbling. Kim appears to be sitting pretty until suddenly Kathy has second thoughts and asks to be allowed to give evidence again. Kim's counsel Derbyshire looks grim-faced as the judge agrees to her request. And she puts the cat among the pigeons when she says that contrary to her initial evidence she is concerned that her recollections of the night of the crash were placed in her mind when Kim visited her in hospital - before the police had a chance to interview her. She admits she is now unsure whether she trusts Kim. Derbyshire tries his best to rubbish this new evidence raking up Kathy's psychological problems since the crash - but it's clear the damage has been done. Kim sits ashen-faced with a look of resignation - Steve by contrast wears a wide smile.
7Episode 2473 (Tue 19th Jan 1999)Kim gets ready to leave the village, but not before going to Home Farm for a confrontation with Chris to get her money back. Chris offers to swap the money for James. Kim tells Chris she knows he wants her and kisses him. Kim gives a great speech about her time in Emmerdale. Chris tells her to go and she smacks him on the head with an ornament. Kim looks frantically for the money. She pulls Chris to the floor and tells him the truth about Frank's death. He tells her where the money is hidden. She unplugs the phone and puts it out of his reach, pours a glass of whisky on his face and leaves, rearranging her mystery rendezvous. Chris crawls to the front door of Home Farm as Kim and James leave in a helicopter. She calls herself Kim Tate again. The helicopter does a circuit of the village before flying off, leaving Chris unconscious in front of Home Farm.
8Episode 2474 (Wed 20th Jan 1999)The village gears itself up for the verdicts in the Kim and Steve trial. Steve is accused for the robbery and hit and run, while Kim just escaped having set Steve up. In the end, Steve is sentenced to 10 years. Seth and his dog Charlie make a startling discovery finding Chris's body lifeless at Home Farm. Graham is full of remorse for his angry outburst against Rachel and confesses that he loves her. He agrees once and for all that living together would be a great idea and even suggests moving his things in straight away. Graham explains that his first wife was always putting him down in front of other people and felt that Rachel was doing the same. But he now realises that he over-reacted and they have a solid future in front of them. Ned goes on a shopping errand with Sarah and bumps into old flame Dawn. She reveals that she's been widowed and the two clearly get on like a house on fire.
9Episode 2475 (Thu 21st Jan 1999)Scott shows little or no consideration for his mum Viv when he ups and leaves - to get his head together. With the shock of Vic's death still weighing heavily on her mind Viv needs to re-open her business. But her offer to Terry to help out is met angrily by Kelly who believes the two of them may want to rekindle their one-time affair. Graham moves in to Rachel's and immediately stamps his impression on the place. Rachel comes home to find her CD's stacked in alphabetical order and dinner cooking on the stove. Kathy approaches Stella to ask if it's possible for Chris to stay at Home Farm a little longer. Eric is apprehensive and tries to speak of her, but Stella says she'll consider the request, given the circumstances. Both Laura and Kathy are fussing round Chris while his sister Zoe has a few harsh words for him following the whole affair with Kim. Seth enjoys a parting gift from Kim.
10Episode 2476 (Tue 26th Jan 1999)Will receives bad news that his father has been injured in a climbing accident in Germany - and makes plans to fly out there immediately. But the Farewell bash his mates throw in The Woolpack turns into a fiasco as Will gets drunk and one by one propositions each of their girlfriends. And to compound the situation he unknowingly insults Eric, tells Biff he was mad to let Lady Tara go and says that Paddy was never the right person for Mandy. Suddenly the lads' pounce, and to a chorus of laughter from the pub, Will is carried, bodily, outside to sober up. Stella makes Biff and Kathy laugh when she extols the virtues of Eric's business acumen. Dawn asks Ned to go with her to Ibiza, where she's bought a bar. When he breaks the news to the Sugdens, they're delighted. But Ned says he has no money, so won't be going. Chris patches things up with Zoe and Graham continues to amaze Rachel with his cooking and cleaning.
11Episode 2477 (Wed 27th Jan 1999)Employment problems dominate the lives of the villagers. Lisa wants to take on Roy at the garage but when she suggest it must be above board - National Insurance and all - Zak nearly has kittens about it. Chris is joined by Kathy and Laura, for the grand opening of the new Tate Haulage company, only to discover that they lead vehicle in the convoy has had its petrol tank spiked with sugar and Tricia gets the wrong end of the stick when Alan tells her he wants to employ a bar manager. She believes the job's hers and wastes no time telling an incredulous Mandy. But there's disappointment for both girls when Alan says he's going to advertise. Will takes an early morning taxi to the airport while the rest of the lads sleep off their hangovers. Terry is the only one up and about. He wishes him well and gives him and video of his rugby trial as a memento. Ned is moping around having decided not to go to Ibiza with Dawn.
12Episode 2478 (Thu 28th Jan 1999)The day has finally arrived when devious Eric can realise the worth of the Steiff teddy bear he swindled from Ned. Ned's far from a happy man having had an earful from Sarah the night before about his over-extended stay at the farm - and the loss of Dawn who flies out to Ibiza later that day. He's collected his things together to leave the farm but can't find the bear that belonged to his dead daughter Linda. He sets off to try and find it and a series of clues lead him to Eric and the auction. Bidding for the bear reaches £13,000 just as Ned enters the auction room. Eric is helpless to argue over the destiny of the money with Stella at his side - and Ned takes the cash with glee. Now he has the money to go to Ibiza with Dawn, but with time running out it will take a miracle for him to catch the flight. Roy and Biff try their best to get him there.
13Episode 2479 (Tue 2nd Feb 1999)Mandy and Tricia have been at each other's throats since Alan announced he's looking for a new bar manager. But when Betty instigates a role playing exercise for the two girls, the whole situation turn to farce. Later Mandy and Tricia continue to make snide comments to each other until Tricia takes it one step too far. Mandy drags her outside and the two girls roll around fighting, egged on by some of the pub regulars. But Alan's not far behind - and he's far from happy. He is furious, and says he has never seen anything like it in his entire life. He threatens them both with the sack of they do not get back in the pub right now. Life at the Windsors gets no better. Terry has agreed to help out while Scott is away, but Kelly convinced her stepmother is trying to start up their affair again. Zak takes to begging but is spotted by Sarah. Feeling sorry for the Dingles she calls on Lisa and gives her a box of blankets and food. Lisa is puzzled but accepts them not knowing the background.
14Episode 2480 (Wed 3rd Feb 1999)Mandy and Tricia are crestfallen when Alan announces neither of them will be the new manger - he's hiring Bernice. Zoe meets up with Denise again and invites her back home for the night. Laura upsets one of the haulage firm drivers who immediately quits. But when the driver comes back to officially hand in his notice, Kathy follows him out and persuades him to stay. Chris is delighted much to Laura's annoyance. Scott arrives home and tells Kelly secretly, it's because of her. She says she wants to put the illicit Christmas kiss behind them and never speak of it again. Scott agrees, but there is clearly something between them. And Sarah tells Butch of Zak's begging. He's horrified and tracks his dad down in Hotten to give him a roasting. Zak's had a good day with Belle, playing on the sympathy of passing shoppers. He's made £15, but Butch forces him to hand it over to a real beggar. Later Zak begs Butch not to tell Lisa - or he'll be in for it.
15Episode 2481 (Thu 4th Feb 1999)Zoe feels a complete failure after her date tells her it was just a one-night stand. She turns to Chris for comfort and meets him for a drink at The Woolpack. But after one too many she leaves him deeply embarrassed by revealing hidden desires for Kathy - In front of her. Bernice makes a grand entrance tot the pub and immediately puts the girls' backs up. Mandy is reproached for being late and Tricia finds herself moved into a smaller bedroom to accommodate the new bar manager. Kelly is desperate for someone to talk to about her father's death and turns to Roy. Kelly comes on strong to him, but Roy says he's loved her for so long they should wait before taking their relationship any further. Kelly is moved by his words and kisses him. Zak spots some copper wire on a building site and decides to steal it. But when a security guard looms, Belle whimpers and Zak is able to get away undetected with his booty. He reckons his daughter has all the hallmarks of a true Dingle.
16Episode 2482 (Tue 9th Feb 1999)The Vets practice is in turmoil when Zoe fails to turn up, nursing a giant hangover. Paddy is trying to hold things together but when Jack phones to say he's an emergency on his hands, he finds himself stretched. He tells Lyn to get out there with the equipment. The sheep is getting worse and Lyn has seen Paddy do the procedure before. So she decides to administer the injection. She's just finished as Jack walks into the barn. Seconds later the sheep dies leaving Jack consumed with rage. Kathy tackles Chris about Zoe's drunken revelation but tells him there's no way they will get back together. Later Chris reveals this to Laura and is shocked by he reaction. Roy turned down the chance to sleep with Kelly and is deeply upset when she tells him how right he was not to take advantage of her. They're great mates and that's the way they should stay. And for the first time in weeks Mandy and Tricia appear to be united again. They now have a common enemy, their overbearing boss Bernice.
17Episode 2483 (Wed 10th Feb 1999)Zoe appears to have lost her sense of judgement following the episode with Kim. She fires poor Lyn, who receives a second blow when she receives her mock A' level results. Then she clumsily tries to smooth things over with Jack causing another furious row, and the irate farmer to withdraw his business from her. Even partner Paddy can't seem to get through - although at least Jack will allow him a few words. Kelly asks Roy to teach her to drive - much to Scott's annoyance. And Kathy ponders reconciliation with Chris. In a phone conversation he admits he does love her, but she begs for a little more time to consider her own feelings. Meanwhile, Laura waits in the wings, unaware that Chris is playing the odds.
18Episode 2484 (Thu 11th Feb 1999)Kathy leaves Chris heartbroken when she says they cannot get back together again. But Zoe gives him pause for thought when she says that the fact it took Kathy three days to make up her mind means she's not sure. Zoe staggers Paddy by saying they'll give Jack £1000 compensation. Paddy reckons this will be construed as bribery by a man of principles, such as Jack. Zoe is immovable. Mandy and Tricia have a laugh at Bernice's expense. They reckon her boyfriend Gavin, an oil rig worker, must be made to put up with her. Roy gives Kelly a driving lesson that ends in disaster, as she gets the car stuck in mud. Both end up covered in the stuff and in fits of giggles. Kelly tells Roy to come back to her place to clean off as there's no hot water at his cottage. But when Scott comes in an sees them both he gets totally the wrong end of the stick. And Marlon's plan to woo back Lyn misfires after he gets her a job at the diner. She gives him a peck on the cheek for his thoughtfulness.
19Episode 2485 (Tue 16th Feb 1999)Chris proves he can be just as manipulative in love as he can in business. He's still working on getting back with Kathy and visits Alice's birthday party to make his latest play. He tells Kathy that he's got a date with Laura, a move calculated to make her jealous. When he arrives for a drink with Laura he says it's her he really wants to be with. He hadn't realised how strong his feelings for her were. The couple fall into an embrace. Paddy smoothes things over with Jack unawares that Zoe plans to visit him later that day to offer him the compensation money. When she makes her offer Jack goes ballistic and accuses her of trying to bribe him. Stella moves into Home Farm with Eric fawning round her. But he's soon put in his place when she invites Seth and Butch in for a spot of dinner.
20Episode 2486 (Wed 17th Feb 1999)Lyn has Marlon wrapped around her little finger. She knows he's desperate to get back with her and sets him some tasks to prove he really does care for her. First she tells him to phone into work sick, then order him to sit out in the freezing cold until she tells him he can leave. And having passed that test, she then says he'll have to dye Eric's moustache pink. Poor Marlon hardly knows where to turn. Kathy tells Biff that she isn't bothered by Chris' relationship with Laura; meanwhile, Laura persuades Chris to make holiday plans with her. Stella upsets Eric when she invites the village to a getting-to-know-you party. He'd envisaged a more up-market gathering. Viv is also unhappy, as Stella had invited her to what she thought was an exclusive party. Roy is late for his driving lesson with Kelly, so Scott nips in first. But after scaring her with his high-speed driving, she's less than impressed.
21Episode 2487 (Thu 18th Feb 1999)Scott is determined to get Kelly to admit she is attracted to him. And he's equally determined to nip any possible chance of a relationship between his step-sister and Roy in the bud. Kelly is desperately resisting him, but the strain is beginning to cause he sleepless nights. Will he ever drop the subject? Marlon astounds Lyn, and causes much mirth in the village by sneaking into Eric's bedroom and dabbing his moustache with cochineal. Poor Eric doesn't realise and tries to conduct a serious business meeting with an upmarket client. When he realises what's happened he goes mad - but nobody knows, apart from Lyn and Tricia that Marlon was behind it. But Lyn has one final task for Marlon, which he is definitely not going to like. She tells him he must do a Full Monty at the bash being thrown by Stella at Home Farm. It's not Eric's day.
22Episode 2488 (Tue 23rd Feb 1999)Stella's party at Home Farm turns into a riotous romp as Marlon carries out Lyn's orders and does a 'Full Monty'. Scott and Kelly find themselves alone in the bedroom that once belonged to Kim. After their Christmas kiss will the stepbrother and sister be able to keep their hands to themselves? Eric is appalled that the whole village has been invited to the party and cooks up a devious plan to show Stella the error of her ways - and how much she needs him. Lyn realises Marlon - down to his underpants and vest - really would do anything for her and as the revellers cheer the couple embrace.
23Episode 2489 (Wed 24th Feb 1999)Eric's little plan - to damage Stella's car and blame the rowdy villagers - worked a treat. She tells him she wants him as her estate manager. Chris needs a service contract for his haulage business. Stella suggests he use Lisa. But when Laura arrives at her workshop, she discovers Lisa's business is not registered. Laura offers her help with paperwork and Lisa decides to go legitimate. Zak will not be pleased - neither will be too happy when he discovers Lisa intends to have a baby Belle christened in church, rather than go through the usual Dingle naming ceremony. And Kelly turns on all her womanly charms to seduce Roy after one of their driving lessons. Could this be to mask her hidden feelings for her stepbrother Scott?
24Episode 2490 (Thu 25th Feb 1999)Mandy and Tricia have had enough of bullying Bernice and decide to take a peek in her room to find the little book she keeps writing notes in. They find the book under the mattress and are in hysterics at its contents - a fully mapped-out life-plan. But the smiles are wiped from their faces when Bernice returns early. Scott is beside himself when he discovers Kelly spent he nigh with Roy. He talks to both of them individually trying t find out what happened. Eric signs on the dotted line and immediately exercises his new authority as estate manger by sacking Seth. And Lisa remains on a collision course with Zak over her desires to make her business legitimate and have Belle properly christened.
25Episode 2491 (Tue 2nd March 1999)There's a real Dingle-wrangle in the offering when Zak finds out Lisa's gone against his wishes and booked a christening for Baby Belle. He wants a traditional naming ceremony and has invited Dingles from all over the country. What would they think if he breaks with tradition? Zak takes the bull by the horns and cancels Lisa's plans. But when she finds out she storms out and tells Ashley, the ceremony will go ahead. Home Farm estate manager, Eric, has some quick thinking to do when Stella confronts him with Chris's revelation that he paid £1 million over the odds for Home Farm. Donna returns to school causing anxious moments for Andy and the Sugdens. Kelly stuns Viv with an apology for the way she behaved towards her after Vic's death. It's clear her relationship with Roy is having a marked effect. And Bernice winces when Tricia casually makes mention of 'plans' in a loud conversation with Mandy. She quickly realises the girls saw her 'life-plan' when she caught them in her room.
26Episode 2492 (Wed 3rd March 1999)Bernice takes the girls by surprise and calls a team meeting. And both Mandy and Tricia are left shame faced when she tells them of the heartbreak of a broken marriage and how her hopes of happiness were wrecked. She says they are both young and carefree, why mock her plans? Zak has conceded to Lisa in the battle over the christening. But when she discusses godparents, Zak jumps the gun again. They ask Mandy to be godmother and Zak assumes Butch will be godfather - which provokes a withering look between Lisa and Mandy. Later Lisa confesses to Mandy that she really wants Paddy to do the job. Marlon nearly chokes on his pint when loves-young-dream Roy admits he's got something important to say to Kelly. Meanwhile, Scott is aghast when Mandy tells him Kelly has admitted she's in love with Roy. And Viv takes decisive action over Donna and school.
27Episode 2493 (Thu 4th March 1999)Roy takes Kelly to a night club with the bonus Lisa paid him. But he's got much more than dancing and drinking on his mind. Chris give Laura a shock when he reveals he's leaving Home Farm, and invites her to his new home - the cottage once owned by Kim and Steve. Seth gets a real boost when Stella turns up with a peace offering. But later he's crestfallen when Betty tells him she's found him a new job! Zak flies off the handle when Lisa tells him she's spoken to Butch and he's happy to stand down as a godparent to Belle. Paddy has agreed to do the job. It's the last straw and Zak and Butch race off to make phone calls to stop the Dingle clan coming, but he's too late. The sound of an ice-cream van fills the air as cousins Ezra, Gwen and their children arrive. They've mistaken the date on the invitation. Viv sinks to her lowest when she calls the social services and asks to speak to the caseworker responsible for Andy.
28Episode 2494 (Tue 9th March 1999)Zak finds himself in a real dilemma when his cousins make plans to profit from baby Belle's christening. Viv twists the knife still further into the Sugdens and Andy when she gives her version of events to social workers. She determined to get Andy removed from school. The Sugdens are appalled when they learn what's happening. Kelly tells Roy he's jumping to the gun with his proposal and Mandy is less than impressed when she is let in on the secret. Paddy carries out his duty as godparent to baby Belle but is fearful what might happen at the post christening party. Once the Dingles get drunk they'll surely want to kill him and Scott makes eyes at Tricia but is left deeply embarrassed.
29Episode 2495 (Wed 10th March 1999)Andy, who misunderstands what they were discussing, overhears Jack and Sarah's private chat about the social workers. And instead of going to school the youngster jumps on a bus and heads off to the city. Graham raises the alarm and after a fruitless search of the village, Jack is forced to involve the police. Lisa is left distraught and furious when Ashley informs her, the collection for the church roof vanished during the christening service. Zak gets it in the neck from his wife but tells her, while he was not involved, as a Dingle he was duty-bound to keep his mouth shut. Not surprisingly he's condemned to a night on the sofa. Rival haulage firm boss Sean Reynolds calls on Tate Haulage under the guise of a prospective client. While Laura's back is turned he flicks through some papers and leaves. When a deal falls though Chris and Laura realise they have been conned. Scott is less than impressed when Kelly tells him of Roy's proposal - and that she is seriously considering it.
30Episode 2496 (Thu 11th March 1999)The Sugdens are living on their nerves, as a full-scale search is underway to find Andy. Donna, who blames herself partly for Andy running away, secretly conducts her own search. She is certain she knows where he is. Andy has been slumming it in a derelict flat that belonged to his grandmother. Donna finds Andy and with some gentle coaxing persuades him to come home to the relief of everyone concerned. Zak decides to go back to his old ways and outlines a plan to Butch that will bring in a stack of cash. The only hitch is that it will involve Home Farm, which leaves Butch fearing for his job. Lisa gets a huge tax bill for arrears and unsympathetic Zak tells her that's the cost of her going legitimate. Chris and Laura believe the mystery caller must have been working for their rivals Reynolds Haulage, so Chris decides to pay them a visit.
31Episode 2497 (Tue 16th March 1999)Zak has masterminded a brilliant Dingle plan to bring in revenue - and get Lisa off his back. With Stella and Eric away he has persuaded a mate to bring a coach load of American tourists to Home Farm. Posing as tour guides, Zak and Butch tell the tourists they are at Bostwick Manor, a part of the 'Hidden Dales Experience', and relieve them of their cash as entrance fee. But when the tourists insist they were promised an audience with the Lady of the Manor - it looks like the well-rehearsed scam will come off track. Mandy comes to save the day... but at a price. A social worker assesses Andy's case, visiting both the Sugdens and the Windsors. Viv's seething when she discovers Donna's on Andy's side, promising her daughter to seek revenge on the young boy. Marlon teases Biff about his true feelings for Kathy. But with an embarrassed look, Biff tries to deny it all.
32Episode 2498 (Thu 18th March 1999)Andy is overjoyed when the social workers decide he can stay with the Sugdens. But there's one even bigger surprise for the troubled lad when Jack and Sarah announce they want to formally adopt him. As the family celebrates later at Kathy's Diner, the occasion is overshadowed by Viv's sudden arrival. But as she launches into another vicious verbal attack, she is stopped in full flight by the revelation from her own daughter Donna that she knew Billy was in the village at the time of Vic's death. Bernice puts Tricia's nose out of joint when she hijacks Paddy's invite to the Vets Ball. Zak presents Lisa with money form the tourist scam to cover that taken from the church at Belle's christening. And Jack and Zoe clash again over the business of the dead sheep. Scott and Tricia's relationship comes to a crunch when he still can't perform and blames her. And Roy continues to pest Kelly into marrying him, but she isn't ready.
33Episode 2499 (Fri 19th March 1999)Chris revels in his business dealings, which he believes will be the start of the end for rivals, Reynolds Haulage. He's undercut them to win back a two-year deal from a big company. But Laura questions Chris's actions saying their first bid was at a rock-bottom price. Chris tells her he's prepared to lose money to get his way. It's the morning after Donna's revelation that she too knew Billy Hopwood was in the village before her father died. She's up early to avoid her mum, but when Viv appears she's calmness personified. She announces they are all going to the fair, as a family and that now is the time to move on and forget the past. Roy tells Scott that Kelly has told him to ask her again in a year about marriage.
34Episode 2500 (Tue 23rd March 1999)Poor Mandy is left at the pub like Cinderella while Tricia and Bernice swan off to the Vets Ball with Paddy and overbearing Daniel. But Zoe appears like a fairy godmother at the last minute to wish Mandy to the ball and try to bring her together with Paddy again. When she arrives at the do she overhears one of Paddy's clients remarking what a change his partner makes from the person he brought last year. Mandy, flushed with tears, storms out, but in her haste leaves a tell tale sign that she's been there. As Paddy leaves he realises Mandy must have been there and goes in search of her with something very special to say. Marlon's birthday bash ends in tears when sulky Scott reveals that he has slept with Lyn and is forced to beat a hasty retreat when the birthday boy attacks him. Lyn is full of remorse after all Marlon has done to win her back, but he is adamant they are finished.
35Episode 2501 (Wed 24th March 1999)Kelly and Mandy are astonished when they realise both accepted proposals of marriage the previous evening. Both realise independently the path to true happiness will not be smooth. Mandy will somehow have to get Butch to end their sham of a marriage, and Kelly knows she will have Scott to contend with once he hears the news. Zoe is delighted when Paddy confides what happened and there is even better news when their efforts at the Vets Ball appear to have brought back some disaffected clients to their business. Chris is certain Sean Reynolds was behind the break in an tells the police so. But without evidence they say there is little they can do except have a word with him. Chris and Laura are shocked when Sean turns up at their yard to 'express his upset' at what's happened.
36Episode 2502 (Thu 25th March 1999)Ashley is a wanted man - at least as far as Mandy and Kelly are concerned. First Mandy tells him she wants to end her marriage to Butch, then Kelly arrives to fix a date for her wedding to Roy. Chris goes off at the deep end in trying to exact revenge on Sean . He turns up unannounced at Reynolds Haulage and when Sean finds him he's coolly looking through files in his office. Sean calls the police and Chris insists they take him in for questioning. At least that way he'll be allowed to tell the full story and his suspicions. But Chris is in for a nasty surprise. On Ashley's advice Mandy has got a marriage annulment form for Butch to sign. But just when it looks like she's convinced him this the right thing to do he suddenly realises what she's got planned. He will not sign the form to help her get back with Paddy - end of story! Viv takes the Windsor clan to The Woolpack to celebrate Kelly's engagement to Roy and Chris takes on Terry to be a security officer at his firm.
37Episode 2503 (Tue 30th March 1999)Chris decides to play Sean at his own dirty game, and ropes in Terry for a it of an industrial espionage. Posing as a prospective customer, Terry steals a number of computer discs, while Sean's back is turned. And Chris is overjoyed to learn that Reynolds Haulage is experiencing serious financial difficulties. Mandy and Lisa find Butch a tough nut to crack when it comes to signing the marriage annulment form and there are sparks when Butch guesses Mandy's real motives and informs Zak. When Mandy returns home Zak uses unorthodox mans to make her see sense. Rachel holds and impromptu girls party, little realising what a revealing night it might be. The party is in full swing when Stella suddenly reveals the mystery behind her millions. Scott tries to persuade Kelly not to marry Roy.
38Episode 2504 (Wed 31st March 1999)Mandy wakes up to find that she is a prisoner in her own home. And even her pleas to Butch fall on deaf ears. In a fit of anger, Mandy changes tact and attacks him, brandishing him a coward, who will never find love if he can't decide for himself what is right. Her outburst touches a nerve and Butch goes off in search of Ashley for advice. The mild mannered vicar finds it hard to comprehend Zak's actions and on his advice Butch finally releases the prisoner from her room. But will he now release her from their marriage? Tempers flare when Graham tears into Rachel about the party. And he erupts in fury when she ignores him, toppling over a CD rack. Scott plans a secret egagement party for Kelly and Roy. But his invites to Marlon and Biff immediately has them questioning his motives. And Eric is left a laughing stock when he realises everyone, except him, knows where Stella's wealth has come from.
39Episode 2505 (Thu 1st April 1999)Angie steps into the ring with Sean and Chris to try and bring some sense to the battle between their companies. But her visit to Chris is in vain when he says there is no chance of an agreement. Later, Laura goes to Sean to see if he is any more willing to try and find some way of resolving the dispute. But she is taken aback when, he steers the conversation away from business and focuses on her. Emotions run high when Paddy visits the Dingles to patch up the rift in the family. But his role as peacemaker hits a snag in the shape of Zak. Kelly and Roy are treated to a surprise engagement party. But while Roy basks in the attention, Kelly realises that Scott has used the occasion to try to destroy her relationship. Biff has an ulterior motive when he takes Kathy shopping - he wants to tell her how strong his feelings are for her. But, as he summons up the courage, the moment is broken when they bump into Graham and Rachel.
40Episode 2506 (Tue 6th April 1999)Chris faces some important decisions over the survival of Tate Haulage. The devious businessman informs his clients that he will undercut any offer made by Reynolds Haulage. On hearing this news, Sean bites the bullet and approaches Chris to suggest a partnership, but his efforts are futile. In this tit for tat war Sean soon hits back when he puts in a deliberately low figure for a contract, forcing him to undercut still further and operate at a loss. They agree to merge and bury the hatchet - a 50-50 split at Sean's yard, but keeping the name Tate Haulage. Rachel arrives home to find Graham has packed away her clothes to give to charity. He says he's going to buy her a new wardrobe, but she is not amused. Graham is furious and rushes outside to his car followed closely by Rachel. But when he sets off at speed she wishes she had left him alone when he nearly kills them both. She later tells him it's best if he moved out. Scott charms his way to an interview at a computer firm.
41Episode 2507 (Thu 8th April 1999)Paddy is a troubled man. The genial vet has managed to repair his relationship with Mandy, but his happiness has been short lived after learning of his mother's illness. He decides to visit his mother and build bridges, but is shocked to lean how serious her condition is. When Mrs Kirk asks Paddy if he has found himself a nice new girl, tension soon fills the air. Paddy says he is back with Mandy and they are planning to marry. But when Mrs Kirk warns him that he is making a mistake, Paddy replies that the mistake was coming to see her. Rachel confides to Kathy that she is having problems in her relationship with Graham - it is almost as if he cares too much for her. And she is in for a shock when Graham tells her that he has put his house up for sale to prove he loves her.
42Episode 2508 (Fri 9th April 1999)The course of true love has taken a detour for Biff and even Marlon's attempts to persuade him to admit his feeling for Kathy have hit a wall. Marlon changes tact and approaches Kathy about Biff's recent change of mood. On his advice Kathy tackles Biff and asks him what's wrong. And in a moment of honesty Biff reveals his true feelings, much to her surprise. But when he kisses her passionately, his joy soon turns to heartbreak. Rachel gets a huge surprise when she walks in to her living room to find Stella has set up a makeshift hair dressing salon. Graham reveals that he has organised the makeover of her dreams. But Rachel is not so sure. The transformation leaves Graham awe struck, but when Rachel finds a picture of his first wife she is disturbed to find that she has become her spitting image. Smug Scott tries to impress Kelly with his new job.
43Episode 2509 (Tue 13th April 1999)Biff rues the day he revealed his feeling for Kathy. He ties to talk to her but gets the cold shoulder. And when Pete arrives to ask her out to dinner, poor Biff is left feeling defeated. But Kathy and Pete's night out does not go to plan. And Pete realises that their date is about to come to an abrupt end. Is there hope for Biff after all? Paddy receives a phone call from his mother begging him to talk to her. But the genial vet's temper has been stretched too far. He is convinced his mother is playing games in an attempt to repair their relationship. But when they later meet his anger at her turns to concern at the news she gives him. Rachel is finding it difficult to understand why Graham has transformed her into the spitting image of his first wife. And her temper flares when she discovers he's given her television away to a charity shop without her permission.
44Episode 2510 (Wed 14th April 1999)Biff and Kathy decide to keep their relationship quiet, but it's not long before tongues around the village start to way. A comment from Alice alerts Marlon and Betty to the news. And after giving Biff a grilling, the pair promise to be secrete. But the pressure of keeping a secret is too much for Betty, who tells Rachel and Bernice, much to Biff's annoyance. Graham persuades Rachel to stay at home and look after an ill Joseph. But when the school calls to ask her to come in Rachel asks Betty to baby-sit. Graham tackles Rachel about leaving Joseph, and when she tells him she is taking an aerobics class that night, he decides to his point by taking Joseph to the class to force her to come home. Paddy is reeling from the news of how serious his mother's condition is. When Mandy arrives at the vet's to find out where he spent the night, she is stunned to discover that he was with his mother.
45Episode 2511 (Thu 15th April 1999)Mandy suggests to Paddy that they should put their relationship on hold, so that he can help his mother through her illness. Paddy refuses, but it is clear that the pair are troubled by the situation. Mandy turns to Terry and Viv for advice, which Paddy will not like. Chris is delighted to discover that Pete's relationship with Kathy is over. But Kathy reveals she is seeing Biff and Chris is crestfallen. But when he later accuses Biff of only being after her money it's a comment he may live to regret. On returning to Tate Haulage, Laura says he can find another lackey, she's going back to her old job. Graham and Rachel invite Biff and Kathy for dinner. And there is a surprise in store when Graham reveals he is being promoted. But Rachel's blood starts to boil when Graham suggests they can now start to think about a family. Zoe's attempt to introduce herself to Frankie ends in disaster when Sean dominates their night out.
46Episode 2512 (Tue 20th April 1999)Graham is doing everything he can to persuade Rachel to quit her job and become a full-time housewife. Even when she insists she wants to continue, he keeps up the pressure by suggesting to the headmistress Miss Strickland that Rachel is unhappy and thinking of leaving. But Rachel is absolutely furious when she finds out and lays-into Graham for trying to control her life. Mrs Kirk is delighted when Paddy tells her that he and Mandy have decided to split to spare her any distress. But his conniving mother - who claims she only has a short time to live - has one more trick up her sleeve. Her dying wish is to see Paddy walk up the aisle with his ex-sweetheart Jane. Zoe has some pearls of wisdom for her lovelorn brother Chris. If he is still so interested in Kathy he must do something about it.
47Episode 2513 (Thu 22nd April 1999)The game is almost up for Paddy's conniving mother. She's had her son in a spin since she revealed that she only had a short time to live. Already she's caused Mandy and Paddy to split again and even suggested as a dying wish that Paddy might marry his childhood sweetheart Jane - just to make her happy. Paddy tells Mandy his mother's wish and while he has no intentions of carrying it through, Mandy decides it's about time she had a little word with Mrs Kirk herself. But after finding her home empty the trail leads to a health centre where Mrs Kirk is caught - working out on a fitness machine! Rachel and Graham get the hard word from headmistress Miss Strickland for wasting her time. Graham reluctantly admits he gave her the wrong impression about Rachel wanting to leave. Later Graham interrupts an illicit meeting by the school gates and as people rush away, he finds a packet of cannabis resin on the floor.
48Episode 2514 (Fri 23rd April 1999)Mrs Kirk is about to meet her Waterloo when Mandy puts Paddy in the picture about her dealings. And after putting their heads together they decide on the perfect plan to show Mrs Kirk that her game is up. In hilarious scenes Paddy goes to her home and as he stands at her bedside first Mandy enters the room - closely followed by the whole Dingle tribe. They've decided because she's so ill they're going to take it in turn to nurse her. Suddenly Mrs Kirk leaps from the bed and immediately realises she's been rumbled. And she's not the only one heading for a fall. Devious Graham plants the cannabis resin in Rachel's jacket and then invites her to come along to the presentation Angie Reynolds is telling the kids about the dangers of taking drugs. And when she demonstrates how the sniffer dog works - poor Rachel is left reeling with embarrassment as the dog heads straight for her. Rachel is lead away for questioning as Graham weakly protests her innocence.
49Episode 2515 (Tue 27th April 1999)There's a shock in store for Kathy when Chris takes her out to dinner to the hotel where they spent their wedding night - convinced that he can destroy her relationship with Biff. Over a meal Chris turns on the charm and he is delighted to learn that Kathy misses their moments of intimacy. However, Chris' plan to engineer a night together turns sour. Zoe's birthday party is as successful as her brother's night out. Her attempts to learn more about Frankie are hit for six when Sean informs her that she has had to stay behind and work. Worse still, when Frankie does arrive, it's with her partner Maggie! Rachel is finding it difficult coming to terms with her arrest, but agrees to go to The Woolpack with Graham. The atmosphere turns frosty when Angie walks into the pub and Graham loses his temper. But the argument comes to an abrupt end when furious landlord Alan suddenly collapses clutching his chest.
50Episode 2516 (Wed 28th April 1999)Chris's plan to destroy Kathy and Biff's relationship failed miserably - but even he can't imagine the fallout to follow. Biff tackles Kathy and demands to know what happened and when she fails to satisfy his curiosity, he visits Chris for some answers. In a heated confrontation, Chris admits that they had discussed Biff's prowess - and is rewarded with a smack across the face. Chris' relishing over tormenting Biff is cut short when Laura tells him that their relationship is over. Rachel's suspension over the drug allegations is sending her crazy - and she's even more distraught when Graham arrives and says that Miss Strickland intends to make an example of her. His suggestion to move away from the village leaves her speechless. Viv calls a family meeting and reveals that Vic's insurance money has come through. But Scott is annoyed that Viv plans to give Roy and Kelly money for the deposit on a house, while his share is to be invested in a trust fund.
51Episode 2517 (Thu 29th April 1999)Emotions run high when Biff questions Kathy about discussing their sex life with Chris. Kathy criticises Biff for believing Chris's version of events, but fails to appease him. Kathy confronts Chris and warns him to stay out of her life as they will never get back together again. Graham is furious when he catches Rachel looking at photographs of his first wife. While Eric's questioning troubles Graham when he suggests that whoever planted the drugs, is deliberately trying to make life difficult for Rachel. Cunning Scott persuades Viv to invest some of Vic's insurance money in a new venture - his own computer business.
52Episode 2518 (Tue 4th May 1999)Tricia reckons her bar manager Bernice is a measure short of a pint. She's convinced Bernice's boyfriend Gavin is a figment of her imagination. But when her bedroom door is opened by mistake in the middle of the night - she very quickly changes her tune. Ashley is concerned when Kelly arrives to discuss her wedding without Roy. Later Scott tries to convince her she's making a mistake. Rachel worriedly ponders Graham's suggestion that they should move away from village. And her concerns about her overpowering boyfriend are further heightened when Eric gives his opinions.
53Episode 2519 (Wed 5th May 1999)Lyn cringes with embarrassment when Gavin introduces himself. For in earshot of him, she'd just spent the last few minutes telling people he didn't really exist. Graham talks Rachel out of phoning Miss Strickland and convinces her it would be better if he talked to the headmistress himself about the suspension. In typical fashion, he has his own agenda and reports that he is resigning to start a new life with Rachel away from Emmerdale. Chris offers Roy and Kelly a honeymoon in Paris, but has his offer thrown back at him. And Viv's quest to find a shop assistant is successful when a mysterious girl named Emily arrives for an interview.
54Episode 2520 (Thu 6th May 1999)Rachel discovers the truth that Graham's been applying for new jobs away from the village. At home her suspicions are confirmed when she discovers a pile of application forms hidden in a drawer. Unaware Graham has gone to Eric's antique shop asking to look at engagement rings. When he arrives home, Rachel calmly asks if he has any plans she would like to share. Stella tells Eric to employ Tate Haulage to transport her valuable antiques. But Chris is less than happy to see the man who took Home Farm away from him. Scott is furious to learn that Roy and Kelly will be moving to the Windsor household once they are married. Later, witnessed by Roy, Scott's ego takes a real knock when he's blown-out by a new girlfriend. But he hits back by revealing a dark secret, which threatens to tear Roy's world apart.
55Episode 2521 (Thu 11th May 1999)Rachel's relationship with Graham has been an emotional rollercoaster. Since they started living together he's slowly, but surely, started to control every aspect of her life. And on the occasions she's tried to fight back, he's flown into terrible rages, storming out of the house to cool down. He's redesigned her home and her image, but she's stuck by him, because deep down she believes he's the man for her. Rachel sets her mind on telling Graham it's all over during a picnic at the local beauty spot called Burview Crag. Graham as ever turn the tables and produces an engagement ring and before Rachel knows what is happening she's putty in his hands again. But when Graham starts talking about a wedding in the South, Rachel rounds on him saying she's no intention of moving away. Meanwhile Gavin works his charms on smitten Tricia while Bernice butters-up infirm Alan at the hospital. Meanwhile, Seth is left in charge of the pub - pints all round, on the house!
56Episode 2522 (Wed 12th May 1999)Graham is stood at the top of the cliff at Burview Crag, shocked that he just pushed Rachel off the cliff. Graham tries to cover his tracks, leaving a message on Rachel's answer phone claiming he is waiting for her at the car. He calls Chris and Kathy by they both reckon Rachel must have got lost. Graham says that they were both racing each other through the woods and that is where she got lost. Chris says Rachel can look after herself so may be walking the 5 miles back to the village. Later, Graham approaches the police who say they can't do anything until first light. A search begins in the morning. Jack finds Rachel laying in grass at the bottom of Burview Crag, and is relieved, but when he walks up to her closely, he notices she is motionless and her body is very pale, and is devastated to find her dead. Zak consoles him but pulls Jack away from her dead body.
57Episode 2523 (Thu 13th May 1999)Graham is a haunted man and pours his heart out to Kathy. Then he turns to Ashley, but even his words of wisdom, fail to appease the devils in Graham's head. A regretful Chris tells Laura he can't remember the last time he spoke a kind word to Rachel, and laments how unfair it is that Joseph has lost her instead of him. A heartbroken Jack plans funeral arrangements, as Sarah struggles to hide her feelings of resentment after Rachel's affair with Jack. Eric is stunned to learn about Rachel's death after falling off a cliff, and in a desperate attempt to find out what happened, turns to Paddy for answers. Eric says he heard that the police think Rachel's death was an accident but he is not so sure, as he knows Rachel was planning to leave Graham. Roy faces Honeymoon hell when he is told that his holiday has been sold to someone else, and he's lost the deposit. Scott makes matters worse when he reveals he will be walking Kelly down the aisle on her wedding day.
58Episode 2524 (Tue 18th May 1999)Emotions run high on the day of Rachel's funeral. Ashley has a run in with Kathy who is consumed with anger at a friend being snatched away so prematurely. She tells him she wants to make a speech, but he begs her not to go over the top. While Kathy is speaking in church, Graham almost gives away his guilty secret. At the back of the church Eric watches with interest, growing more convinced his gut feelings about Graham are true. Chris, full of regret about his relationship with Rachel, asks Laura if they can start again, but she says it isn't the right time to talk about it. Kelly leaves the service, as it brings back memories of Vic's funeral. Scott consoles her and agrees to not ruin her relationship with Roy. Sarah is shaken by Jack's grief for Rachel and asks if he only stayed with her because of the children. Seth laments that he keeps losing his friends.
59Episode 2525 (Wed 19th May 1999)Eric is a man on a mission. The amateur sleuth is convinced that Graham is responsible for Rachel's death, and is desperate to find someone who will believe his theory. Eric reveals his thoughts to Stella but she doesn't believe him. And when he pushes it a second time her patience wears thin. Zoe tells Stella about Frankie's sacking over the broken vase - exposing Pollard's elaborate con. Mandy's shocked that Roy has turned down Chris's offer to pay for a holiday. Ned turns up unannounced, but leaves Roy seething when he says he doesn't want the wedding to go ahead. Graham does some quick thinking when Kathy says that Rachel was desperate to talk to her the day she died - and she's sure it was about him. Bernice is the bearer of bad tidings when Mandy returns from an unauthorised holiday.
60Episode 2526 (Thu 20th May 1999)Tricia loses patience with Bernice after weeks of servitude and locks her in the pub cellar. As the incident rumbles on Alan starts sacking his staff, including Bernice who insults Tricia. Betty then mocks Tricia, then saying she is not backwards at coming forwards, and she mocks him for sacking his staff, so Alan decides to sack her as well. Tempers flare when Ned warns Roy that marrying Kelly will be the biggest mistake of his life. Zoe and Stella demand Chris re-instate Frankie. Angie warns Eric that his bogus insurance claim may lead to a police investigation. And Stella puts the icing on the cake by demanding he repay the £500 he conned out of Tate Haulage. Graham is finding it increasingly difficult to come to terms with his guilt over Rachel's death. Alan reinstates Bernice and Betty at the pub. Then with the pub up in arms he makes a drastic announcement - which silences everyone. He says he is supposed to be taking it easy, so he plans to sell the pub.
61Episode 2527 (Tue 25th May 1999)It's a night of celebrations in the village as Kelly and Roy enjoy their last night of freedom. But while Kelly's evening goes without a hitch, the same cannot be said of Roy's. For the groom-to-be have reservations about the wedding. And when Marlon reveals some home truths about Kelly, it is all Roy can do to contain his anger. The hapless teenager turns to Tricia and confesses that he is not sure if he's doing the right thing in marrying Kelly. Tricia attempts to calm his pre-wedding jitters, but will she succeed? Meanwhile, Scott persuades Butch, Marlon, Biff and Richie that they will have a better night by gate crashing the hen night. But, Richie is left regretting his decision when Viv attempts to drunkenly seduce him. And Roy's evening goes form bad to worse when Ned arrives at The Woolpack with the news that he is leaving the village - he's not prepared to see his son making the biggest mistake of his life.
62Episode 2528 (Thu 27th May 1999)The big day arrives for Kelly and Roy - but their wedding is bound to be anything but smooth. For although there are no pre-wedding jitters, there are a few mattes that need resolving. Mandy tackles Kelly and asks if she is sure about marrying Roy. The bride-to-be convinces her she is making the right decision, but Mandy is shocked to learn that Roy has kept their honeymoon a secret. Mandy goes in search of Roy and warns him that unless he reveals the truth, his marriage will be doomed from the start. A sheepish Roy visits Kelly and admits that their wedding night is going to be spent at the Dingles and not abroad as she had thought. With twenty minutes to go before the wedding, Viv and Scott rush to the church with the news that there is going to be a slight delay - something which delights Ned, who has decided to attend the wedding after all. But will the unlikely couple tie the knot?
63Episode 2529 (Fri 28th May 1999)Kelly's happiness with married life is short lived. The new bride can hardly contain her disappointment at having to spend her honeymoon surrounded by Dingles. And when Zak asks the newlyweds to take Belle on a walk, Kelly breaks down and admits to Roy that she has nothing in her life to look forward to. In a desperate attempt to make his wife happy, Roy crawls back to Chris and asks him if his offer of a holiday in Paris is still on. Kathy volunteers to go with Graham to a tree planting ceremony for Rachel. But he occasion is marred when Graham flies into a rage after discovering that Miss Strickland will not be attending. Bernice and Gavin try to persuade Alan not to put The Woolpack on the market until they have secured a loan - much to Tricia's annoyance. And Sean is forced to rake up the past when Chris refuses to take on a new contract for Tate Haulage.
64Episode 2530 (Tue 1st June 1999)Loves young dreams Roy and Kelly order room service for one last time as their honeymoon in Paris nears an end. Bernice has an appointment at the hairdressers and then the bank where she hopes to secure a loan to buy The Woolpack. Tricia is secretly attempting to form a village co-operative for a rival bid. The haulage yard business is in a mess and Chris and Sean are desperate to find a way out of a loss-making deal they signed. Murderer Graham is still keeping up his façade after Rachel's death and increasingly, Kathy is taking more pity on him. His face tells a far different story to what really happened and suspicious Eric uses every opportunity to remind him of that fateful day.
65Episode 2531 (Wed 2nd June 1999)Roy is staggered when he comes to sign the hotel bill for the honeymoon. Poor Chris, whose business is struggling, may regret agreeing for the couple to travel at his expense when he knows how much they've blown. Laura visits Chris and tells him there's no way out of the deal with Darrow's. She warned him at the time that the profit margin was too low and now he's stuck with it. Chris fears the business may only have a few more months before it goes under. Tricia, Zak and Seth scratch their heads to come up with a business plan to satisfy the bank, for the take-over of the pub. It could be a long meeting! Butch is determined to get Emily to go out with him and turns to Mandy for advice. Scott and Richie recce premises to open their computer business and reckon Mandy's clothes shop would be ideal.
66Episode 2532 (Thu 3rd June 1999)Terry gives lovelorn Butch the benefit of his experience with women as he tries to woo Emily. But the genial Dingle is left with a heavy heart when she breaks a date at The Woolpack. Eric leaves Mandy smarting when he boots her out of the Barn for not keeping up with her rent then invites Scott Windsor and Richie to move their computer business in. Bernice is busy filling out forms for a bank loan as Tricia breezes by and tells her, mockingly, that she's wasting her time. Bernice wonders what Tricia is up to. Meanwhile, Zoe impresses Frankie when she receives an emergency phone call from the Sugdens asking for help with a cow about to calf.
67Episode 2533 (Tue 8th June 1999)Eric is determined to learn the truth behind Rachel's death. He attends Rachel's inquest and watches with interest as Graham takes the stand to give evidence. But, it is all he can do to sit still, when Graham begins to tell his 'version' of events. When the coroner records a verdict of accidental death, Eric leaves convinced that Graham has pulled the wool over everyone's eyes. And in the quest to see that justice is done, Eric turns to the one person who might be able to help - Police Sergeant Angie Reynolds, but will she believe his story? When Jack gets emotional about Rachel during his testimony, Sarah takes it as a fresh betrayal. Devious barmaid Tricia has a plan up her sleeve. She is convinced she can persuade Chris to back her bid to buy The Woolpack by using her feminine charms. Tate Haulage is close financial ruin and Chris turns to Zoe for help
68Episode 2534 (Wed 9th June 1999)Bernice charms Alan into letting her hold a 'Camelot' theme night. Tricia warns Gavin that unless he helps her to persuade Alan to let her hold her own theme night - she will tell Bernice of their afternoon of passion. Chris feels like the cat that's got the cream when Zoe tells him that she is considering investing in Tate Haulage. Eric tells Angie his suspicions about Graham's involvement in Rachel's death. Betty's efforts at matchmaking end in failure when Viv interrupts Butch and Emily's lunch date. And Biff becomes increasing frustrated by Graham's interference in his relationship with Kathy.
69Episode 2535 (Thu 10th June 1999)Chris is on cloud nine when Zoe says she will invest in Tate Haulage. But his happiness is short lived when his sister insists that Chris's ex-girlfriend Laura will be her representative on the board. Tricia and Terry's attempt to find investors to buy The Woolpack hit a major snag. Butch surprises Emily after she tells him that she can't visit his home to see his pet pigs. The love struck Dingle decides to bring a piglet to the village much to Viv's horror. Graham seems to have got away with murder. But his guilt and grief are ever present. When Kathy turns down his invitation for a night out, Graham is forced to face his demons alone.
70Episode 2536 (Tue 15th June 1999)Ye Days of Olde return to Emmerdale when Bernice holds a 'Camelot' Theme Night in The Woolpack. While she looks resplendent as Guinevere, and Gavin as a dashing Lancelot, Tricia is the laughing stock of the village when the costume her boss has ordered arrives - a court jester. Vengeful Tricia decides to get her own back and steals Bernice's life plan intent on causing as much pain as possible. Life is looking less than rosy for Kelly and Roy, when they end up arguing with Biff and Marlon over how much rent they should pay. The newlyweds decide to move back to Viv's, until they can afford to buy their own place. But unbeknown to them, Viv has agreed to lend Kelly's deposit to Scott. Graham admits to Ashley that he is finding it difficult coming to terms with Rachel's death. And when Kathy visits Graham to see how he is coping, she is stunned by his behaviour. Biff confides in Marlon that Graham is interfering in his relationship with Kathy.
71Episode 2537 (Wed 16th June 1999)Kathy is concerned by Graham's failure to come to terms with Rachel's death. She visits the grieving teacher's house, and when there is no response uses her own key to enter the property. Inside, her concerns turn to panic when she discovers a suicide note. But will she be able to stop him in time? Emily desperately tries to find and excuse when Viv asks her to help with stock taking after work. When the young shop assistant misses her bus, help is on hand when Butch offers her a lift home. Scott has an ulterior motive when he takes an expensive car for a test drive - it's the ideal way to impress a potential client. When the salesman jibes Scott about being a time waster, his pride gets the better of him and he puts down a deposit - a decision he may learn to regret.
72Episode 2538 (Thu 17th June 1999)Biff is surprised to find Kathy has spent the night playing nurse-maid to Graham. And he is taken aback when he learns of Graham's suicide attempt. Fearing for his safety, Kathy suggests that Graham should stay with her for a while. Biff decides to strike while the iron is hot, and over a romantic meal summons up the courage to ask Kathy to marry him. But the moment is shattered when Graham enters, intent on taking up Kathy's offer. Sean is annoyed when Angie puts an offer in on a house behind his back. And his mood is not improved when his wife threatens him - he's to meet her at the solicitors or else! There is uproar at Tate Haulage when Laura gives Chris and Sean ultimatums - either reduce wages or sack half the work force.
73Episode 2539 (Tue 22nd June 1999)The course of true love is running anything but smooth for Biff. With Graham's constant presence ruining his relationship with Kathy, Biff invites her out for the evening, intent on spending time alone with her. But he is annoyed to find that she already has plans - with Graham. When Kathy returns home, she is surprised to find Graham has cooked a meal for her and Biff. Over dinner, Biff summons up the courage to ask Kathy to marry him. But once again, the moment is shattered when Graham enters. There is tension at Tate Haulage as the board prepares to vote on whether they should take a pay cut. Chris is convinced that Sean will vote alongside him and supper Laura and Zoe's plans. But he is mortified when Sean votes in favour of a pay cut. Tricia reveals to Mandy that she has come up with a plan to impress Alan at the Hollywood theme night. And Butch is left perplexed by Emily's behaviour when he invites her out to lunch.
74Episode 2540 (Wed 23rd June 1999)The glitz and glamour of the 'Tinsletown' envelopes Emmerdale when Tricia holds a 'Hollywood' theme night in The Woolpack. The pub quickly fills with the stars of the sliver screen, and Tricia basks in the glory dressed as sex bomb Emma Peel. But, just as Tricia begins to celebrate the success of the evening, trouble strikes, when she realises that she has booked a Marilyn Monroe drag act rather than a look alike. Will Alan see the funny side? As chaos descends in The Woolpack, Biff decides it's the moment to strike and proposes to Kathy. But he is unprepared for her reaction. Angie uses underhanded means to persuade Sean to sign the contract on a new house. And Chris learns hell has no fury, when he takes Laura out to dinner.
75Episode 2541 (Thu 24th June 1999)Biff is heartbroken by Kathy's reaction to his proposal. Graham offers Kathy support, and suggests that she should go and see Biff to repair to the damage. But will she take heed of his advice? Bernice's dream of buying The Woolpack, is boosted when Alan announces that he will sell the pub to her. But she receives a massive blow when her bank manager refuses her a loan due to her former husband Tony's bad credit history. Zak cooks up his latest scam - electricity theft. But the crooked Dingle is left looking for excuses when Ollie and Marc discover him in their new house. Zak tackles Butch about his relationship with Emily - and leaves him panic stricken when he decides to talk to her himself.
76Episode 2542 (Tue 29th June 1999)Zak and Butch welcome their new neighbours in a traditional style - by pinching some boxes of goods when the removal van arrives. But they're left in a right sweat when they twig who the crates belong to - police woman Angie Reynolds' family. Fallen licensee Eric has a proposition to offer Tricia, who's trying to fund a bid to buy The Woolpack. While Bernice is forced to lie to Gavin about her attempts to borrow money for a rival take-over. Betty and Marlon feel the sharp end of Biff's tongue after persuading him to make a public proposal to Kathy. And with money troubles on his mind - Jack is furious with Sarah when she agrees to let the boys go on a school trip to France.
77Episode 2543 (Wed 30th June 1999)Zak plays the thief with a conscience when he tries to return the Reynolds' stolen goods. But he's caught by Angie and his story that he found a crate the thieves must have dropped is hardly plausible - especially to a policewoman. Zak knows he's in trouble and decides to take an unplanned holiday with furious Lisa and Belle while the heat dies. Jack and Sarah have a furious row and the boys face a big disappointment. Stella agrees to underwrite the cost of the Summer Fayre while Tricia and Bernice are at loggerheads again over running the drinks marquee.
78Episode 2544 (Thu 1st July 1999)Jack and Sarah's relationship reaches a new low. Sarah is determined not to end up a traditional farmer's wife like Jack's mother Annie. And when he launches into her for time wasting she tells him she's going on strike. Until things change she's staying with her sister. Betty and Seth take no chances with their potential prize-winning veg. With the Summer Fayre around the corner they place a lot under lock and key. Terry senses Tricia's had a breakthrough in her search for a backer to buy The Woolpack, but she refuses to tell him who it is.
79Episode 2545 (Tue 6th July 1999)Mandy is in deep water at the Summer Fayre as she tries to wipe the smug smile off Eric's face after he deliberately gets her in trouble with trading standards officers. Mandy's attempts at retribution go dramatically wrong and end with her being unceremoniously arrested for assault. Kathy has something very important to tell Biff - and uses the public address system to make sure he gets the message. Betty is mad when Marc wins first prize in the vegetable contest with some fine entries that look suspiciously like the ones pinched from Seth. Under pressure Jack tells the boys, now their exams are finished, they can stay off school and help him run the farm. Ashley tries to persuade Bernice to come clean with Gavin about her failure to secure a loan to buy The Woolpack.
80Episode 2546 (Wed 7th July 1999)Mandy appears in court charged with common assault and assaulting a police officer. But her big mouth gets her into even deeper bother with the magistrate when she interrupts her solicitor to explain that she didn't mean to hit Stella, she was aiming for Eric, and that Angie shouldn't have interfered. When she foolishly asserts the judiciary is as bad as the police she's as good as signed up for a stretch inside! Bernice finally admits to Gavin, she failed to get a loan. But he stops her from informing Alan, saying he has a plan. Later he begins to work his charms on Stella. Emily's father John stuns Viv when he appears at the Post Office and demands she is home by a certain time. Jack tells the lads he's keeping them off school for a week to help him. And Graham tells Kathy now she's found Mr Right in Biff - and they're planning to wed - he can leave Emmerdale a happy man.
81Episode 2547 (Thu 8th July 1999)Butch makes a startling and upsetting discovery when he escorts Emily home. And his waif-like girlfriend begs him to leave before he makes matters worse with her father. Kelly is astonished when she learns that Mandy has been sent to jail for three months for assault. Bernice twigs Gavin's plan when they are invited for tea to Home Farm. When they leave Bernice is furious that Gavin could think of getting Stella to back their bid. Graham is set to leave Emmerdale and brings Kathy a going-away present - a photograph of the two of them with Rachel. Later an emotional Kathy breaks down as she studies the photograph and rushes off to persuade Graham not to leave - exactly what he hoped would happen.
82Episode 2548 (Tue 13th July 1999)Butch has the problems of the world upon his shoulders. The hapless Dingle, sickened by the abuse Emily has been suffering at the hands of her violent father, turns to Seth for advice. But the ex-gamekeeper gets hold of the wrong end of the stick and becomes concerned by Butch's questioning. Alarm bells sound for Graham when Kathy discovers a photo of his first wife. The murderous school teacher decides to tell her the 'official' version of how she died - suicide, but will she be fooled like Rachel? Bernice tells Gavin that she can not carry on lying to Alan about her failure to secure a bank loan. Gavin suggests they could ask Stella for a loan, but she flatly refuses. Guilt ridden Bernice confesses all to Alan, much to Tricia's delight. Marlon is left looking for a new housemate when Jack tells him that he is going to put up the rent on Annie's Cottage. And Eric offers Stella a business proposition - to transform Home Farm into a Health and Beauty Spa.
83Episode 2549 (Wed 14th July 1999)Butch is concerned when Emily fails to turn up for work. The love struck Dingle buys some flowers and sets out to see her. When he arrives at her house, he is shocked to discover that she is covered in bruises. And to make matters worse, she reveals that her father has made her promise that she will not see him again. Later, Emily returns to work. But when John arrives to collect her, Butch confronts him and demands to know where Emily's bruises have come from. Graham has convinced the village that he has managed to get his life back in order since Rachel's death. But, behind closed doors, his behaviour is as worrying as ever. Scott is amused to learn that Roy and Kelly have been house hunting and are intending to use Vic's insurance money to buy a home. Eric is increasingly frustrated in his attempts to persuade Stella to invest in his Health and Beauty Spa venture. And Marlon is appalled to find that Jack has offered Terry a room in Annie's Cottage.
84Episode 2550 (Thu 15th July 1999)The course of true love is running anything but smooth for Butch. The young lad turns to Betty for advice about Emily, but their conversation leaves her confused. And when Viv tells her that Emily is terrified of Butch, Betty is left speechless. Betty then confronts Emily and questions her about her bruises, but her reluctance to answer only leads to one conclusion - Butch is responsible. Kathy and Biff's wedding preparations hit a snag because Roy and Marlon are convinced they will be his best man. Before Biff can let Roy down gently, Graham's advice persuades the lad to reject the role. Stella offers Bernice the money to buy The Woolpack. But she is surprised when her offer is refused. But the glamorous barmaid begins to regret her noble stance when Alan reveals that Ploughman's Theme Pubs are interested in buying The Woolpack. And Jack rents out a room in his house to Pete, much to Robert's annoyance.
85Episode 2551 (Tue 20th July 1999)Tragedy strikes when Butch confronts John and accuses him of acting violently towards his daughter, Emily. John flees the scene accompanied by Emily. Convinced he can force a confession, Butch pursues their Land Rover at speed. Clouded by his fury, John loses control and crashes. With smoke billowing from the Land Rover, Butch is forced to do some quick thinking. But will he be able to save them in time? Biff reveals to Marlon and Graham that he is facing a dilemma - he has been unable to book a honeymoon for himself, Kathy and her niece Alice. Conniving Graham suggests that Alice wouldn't mind Biff and Kathy going on honeymoon alone - aware this is the last thing she would want. When Biff reveals his plans to the two ladies in his life, little is he prepared for their reaction. Later, Graham tells Kathy that he warned Biff to take Alice's feelings into consideration.
86Episode 2552 (Wed 21st July 1999)Butch keeps a vigil over Emily's hospital bedside. Learning that her father is in a coma and that she is being discharged, Emily confesses to Butch that she has never been on her own before, but he promises to look after her. Graham's intentions are anything but honourable when he helps Kathy look for a wedding dress. Later he goes in search of Eric and asks him to buy back Rachel's engagement ring. On her return home, Sarah explodes in fury when she discovers that Jack has made some drastic changes without consulting her. Viv suggests to Stella that her relationship with Alan seems to be developing, and that he might be after her money.
87Episode 2553 (Thu 22nd July 1999)Kathy's wedding preparations hit a snag. With the big day just around the corner the bride to be is overwhelmed with things to do. Graham offers to help Kathy find a photographer. Later, she is taken aback when Graham asks her to wear Rachel's engagement ring on a necklace - as a symbol of the friendship between them. Kathy visits Laura and shows her Rachel's engagement ring, and the legal eagle suggests that Graham may be developing romantic feelings for her. Zak and Lisa are stunned by the events which have occurred while they were away. He confronts Police Sergeant Angie Reynolds and tells her that he won't forget how she has treated his family, but Angie responds with her own warning. Jack's apologises to Sarah for the changes he made while she was away, but his words fall on deaf ears.
88Episode 2554 (Tue 27th July 1999)With her wedding to Biff around the corner Kathy is beginning to have niggling doubts about her feelings for Graham. Biff is unaware of the gift Graham gave her and goes up the wall when he finds out. She must tell Graham she is not interested! Bernice's dreams of owning The Woolpack look shattered when the area manager for a pub franchise agrees to meet Alan's asking price and swap contracts the following week. But Gavin reckons there is still a way to get ownership. Marlon's attempt to write a best man's speech is branded libellous and obscene by Bernice. And Sean warns Lisa to keep Zak out of Angie's way or there'll be trouble.
89Episode 2555 (Wed 28th July 1999)Fury erupts between Biff and Graham in a confrontation over the gift to Kathy. Could this spell the end of their wedding plans? Conniving Gavin spends a day at a health club with Stella - unbeknown to Bernice. He's got his eyes set on The Woolpack and sees the gullible millionairess as his ticket to being a landlord. But just how far is he prepared to go? He's not the only one with designs on Stella. Alan is growing attracted to the lady of the manor too, much to Eric's annoyance. Tricia tells him to make a move - harbouring secret desires of living in luxury. And Butch woos Emily with flowers and suggests a day out to Leeds. She later tells her hospital-bound father that she has a boyfriend - the man who saved their lives.
90Episode 2556 (Thu 29th July 1999)Biff takes off his and Linda's wedding rings in a symbolic gesture to Kathy. And he offers his hand and sincere apologies to Graham for punching him. The couple announces to the Diner that the wedding is back on. Butch and Emily go shopping in Leeds and over dinner she tenderly leans over to kiss him. Alan takes the bull by the horns and asks Stella to marry him. She's polite but says she'll need time to think. Gavin eyes the development with a wry smile.
91Episode 2557 (Tue 3rd Aug 1999)Kathy and Biff's big day is approaching, with one big issue to resolve…the ring Graham gave her. But Biff is relieved when Kathy agrees to return it. Kathy explains to Graham that their friendship has not been affected, but after she leaves he flies into a rage. Alan is confident that Stella will agree to marry him. While Bernice is genuinely happy for him, Tricia has her own agenda - becoming the new Lady of Home Farm. But Stella has Gavin on her mind. And it's not long before their passion gets the better of them. Love is in the air for Butch and Emily. But Zak is concerned to find how strong Butch's feelings are.
92Episode 2558 (Wed 4th Aug 1999)With her wedding only a day away, Kathy is having serious doubts about her future with Biff. Laura suggests that she may be making a terrible mistake by marrying Biff if she still has feelings for Graham, who secretly seems hell bent on destroying the wedding. Graham tackles Kathy and confesses he is in love with her. His words strike a cord and the pair kiss - but will Kathy come to her senses before it's too late? Stella asks Bernice how she can let Alan down lightly. Sarah confesses to Angie that she is concerned about the state of her marriage to Jack. And Emily's seduction techniques seem lost on Butch.
93Episode 2559 (Thu 5th Aug 1999)Kathy and Biff's wedding day arrives, but with so many secrets in the air, trouble is just around the corner. Graham confronts Biff and tells him that Kathy has feelings for him and when Graham reveals that they have kissed, Biff explodes in fury. Meanwhile, Kathy admits to Laura that last night's incident with Graham has convinced her that she should marry Biff. With the ceremony getting closer and closer, both Kathy and Biff become concerned about Graham's whereabouts - but for startlingly different reasons and when he enters the church midway through the ceremony, those in attendance are unprepared for what happens. Alan's attempt to find out if Stella has made a decision regarding his marriage proposal ends in failure when she claims she is feeling ill and leaves. Instead of going home, Stella visits Gavin and it is not long before they are in the throws of passion. They are forced to do some quick thinking however, when Bernice arrives back unexpectedly.
94Episode 2560 (Tue 10th Aug 1999)Kathy has the world's problems upon her shoulders. Betty tries to console Kathy, but her heartbreak is evident when she reveals that she brought the nightmare of her wedding day upon herself. With the whole of the village gossiping about the wedding debacle, Kathy turns to Laura for advice, but she is left down heartened. When Chris arrives to offer his sympathy there is little she can do to control her emotions. But her real anger is aimed at one person - Graham. And when he approaches her, Kathy makes it clear who she really blames for Biff jilting her at the altar. Butch and Emily are surprised when John discharges himself from hospital. And when he arrives home and demands that Butch should leave, the love struck Dingle is surprised by Emily's reaction. Wheeler-dealer Scott, gets his comeuppance when he's sacked from his job for poaching clients. Viv begins to panic when Kelly announces that she has found the house of her dreams and needs her deposit money.
95Episode 2561/2562 (Wed 11th Aug 1999)Emily faces an uphill struggle with her father John, when she tries to persuade him that Butch's intentions are honourable. Meanwhile, fed up Butch can't believe that Emily doesn't want to see him anymore. Lisa visits John and tries to win him over, but her efforts are in vain. But will Butch give up so easily? Bernice is disappointed to learn that Ploughman's Pubs will be buying The Woolpack. But Gavin has his own plans, and they involve Stella. Eric offers Zak a job - collecting gym equipment. But the pair are incensed when a mischievous Ollie interferes. Kathy's temper gets the better of her when Marlon suggests he should be made manager of the Diner. And Viv is outraged to discover that Scott is unable to repay Kelly's deposit money. Stella discovers that money doesn't necessarily bring happiness. When she finds Tricia looking around the stables at Home Farm,
96Episode 2563 (Thu 12th Aug 1999)Sarah tells Angie of the previous night's activities and her troubles with Jack. Angie points out that the marriage needs spicing up and the two agree to meet later for drink. Later in The Woolpack Angie tells Sarah she needs to keep Jack on his toes - and should show more interest in other men, namely Pete. John warns Emily to stay away from Butch and she agrees. Butch explains to Stella that he has been helping out at the farm because Emily cannot manage, but that he is keeping up with his duties at Home Farm as well. Stella notices that he has hurt his face and Butch explains that Eric gave Zak a free sun bed and he got himself burnt. Butch arrives at the farm hiding his face from Emily who tells him she'll get some cream to help it heal. Butch is concerned to hear that John may soon be out of bed and Emily tells him to keep away from the windows in case he gets spotted.
97Episode 2564 (Tue 17th Aug 1999)Zak decides to help Butch with his complicated love life, and ignoring his pleas not to interfere, confronts John. But for once the tempestuous Dingle uses a diplomatic approach rather than his fists. And his words of wisdom seem to strike a chord. But Emily's hopes of a reconciliation are shattered when her father tells her that it's his responsibility to protect her from a troublemaker like Butch. Seth is intrigued when he hitches a lift with Stella and discovers that she is going to visit her business advisor. Bernice is worried about having to move once The Woolpack has been sold. But little does she know of Gavin's plans. And Betty offers Kelly some words of advice regarding her relationship with Roy.
98Episode 2565 (Wed 18th Aug 1999)Intrigue is rife when Eric, Viv, Alan, Ashley, Bernice and Butch receive a letter from Stella inviting them to a meeting at Home Farm. Viv thinks Stella is going to lend her money for Kelly's house deposit. And Alan believes she must have decided to accept his marriage proposal. On their arrival it becomes clear that this is to be no ordinary meeting - they are here to watch a video, which marks the end of the lottery winner's connections with the village. Bernice is left flabbergasted when Stella tells her that because she was her only true friend, she is giving her the money to buy The Woolpack. Butch is thrilled to learn that he is now the caretaker of Home Farm. But there's deep upset and some harsh truths for Viv, Alan, Ashley and Eric.
99Episode 2566 (Thu 19th Aug 1999)Life is looking rosy for Bernice. With the deposit money for the Woolpack in her bank account, her life plan finally seems to be in order. Tricia warns Gavin that unless he lets Alan and her continue living at the Woolpack - she will tell Bernice of their afternoon of passion. And when she twigs that Gavin slept with Stella, the two-timing rat is forced to concede. Kelly can barely contain her anger at Viv and Scott. With her deposit money a distant memory, Kelly visits the Post Office to collect the last of her belongings. Viv tries to apologise, but her efforts make matters worse. Suddenly Kelly grabs Scott's car keys and dashes out. Emily tricks John into letting her go to the Emmerdale Cricket match. But he's furious when he discovers that she's still seeing Butch. And Marlon is thrilled to learn that Kathy is going on holiday for a few weeks and is leaving him in charge.
100Episode 2567 (Tue 24th Aug 1999)Emily gets her dad prepared for the day of the cricket match. Scott gets little sympathy from Viv. Roy tells Kelly she is being silly. Nobby and Gavin toss. The Emmerdale team are a sorry lot. Seth and Ernie bet on the result. Sarah is bitchy to Viv. Emily gets involved in the umpiring much to everyone's dismay. John watches the clock. Paddy is rubbish at cricket. Bernice admires Gavin's googlies. Scott gets short shrift from Lyn and Betty when he tries to find Kelly. Terry has a go at him in front of everyone. The Woolpack team are losing. Scott chats to Tricia as she sunbathes. Emily calls Gavin out. Ashley chats to Bernice about Stella's warning. Paddy is out. John finds Emily's cricket flyer. He knows she's been lying. Emily's decisions mean the Woolpack wins. They treat her in the Woolpack afterwards. Kelly shows Roy a good time in the back of Scott's car.
101Episode 2568 (Thu 26th Aug 1999)Emily is torn but she goes with Butch. The cricketers are all having a drink in the pub. Bernice asks Ashley if he has ever been in love. He tells her about his past love affairs. She waxes lyrical about being a vicars wife. Emily is tortured about what to do now. She is very scared about defying her father. Kelly throws the keys to Scott's car into the bushes. Scott asks Donna to give him her money so he can pay Kelly back. Marlon drinks a yard of ale. Then Jack has a go. Viv flirts with Richie. Chris tells Zoe about taking on a new driver. Maggie tells Zoe how annoyed she is that Frankie is on the long-haul trip to Eastern Europe. Kelly winds Scott up and makes him apologise to Roy. Kelly tells Scott the car is at Fairview Woods at the junction with Water Lane. Butch takes Emily to Home Farm so she will be safe from her dad. Pete tells Maggie that Zoe went to Southampton and Maggie goes mad at Zoe. Maggie and Zoe have to be separated. Zoe is very shaken.
102Episode 2569 (Tue 31st Aug 1999)Love's young dream Butch and Emily appear to be heading for a fall. For when Emily visits Viv to apologise for her absence from work, father is watching her every move. John follows Emily to Home Farm, and forces his way in to the house, intent on persuading her to come home. When Butch walks in, John erupts in fury and goes to strike Emily. But Butch intervenes and gives John a taste of his own medicine. Kelly confesses to Roy that she is sick of the cramped living conditions at Annie's Cottage. Viv admits to Scott and Donna that there is little chance of finding Kelly's deposit money as she has spent her savings on refitting the shop. Marlon puts the first piece of his master plan to improve the Diner into action - much to Betty's angst.
103Episode 2570 (Wed 1st Sept 1999)Sweet-natured Lisa comes up with the perfect plan to melt the cold war between Butch and Emily. Butch thought Emily had tramped back home to dad after he gave him a good wallop for threatening her. But Lisa uses her womanly wiles to persuade Emily to move into the Dingles homestead … and Butch is left with a grin from ear to ear. Sarah and Jack have a huge fall out when she says she wants to work at the diner to help make ends meet. Betty thinks Marlon is acting above his station taking on staff while Kathy is away - and promptly quits. And Roy and Kelly are furious Scott convinced Donna to offer them her share of the insurance money to help put down a deposit on a house. The couple marches back to the Post Office demanding Viv houses them rent-free while the matter is resolved.
104Episode 2571 (Thu 2nd Sept 1999)Chris goes behind Sean's back and sends Terry off collecting debts from former Darrow clients. When things turn nasty Terry proves he can handle himself and comes up with the goods … but hates himself in the role of enforcer. Emily shows her appreciation to the Dingles by first mucking out the pigs and later cooking dinner for the clan. She says that as long as she stays there she wants to earn her keep. Tricia sniggers behind Bernice's back as she reorganises the furniture in The Woolpack. She tells her she's applying the principles of Feng Shui. And domestic strife continues in the Windsor and Sugden households.
105Episode 2572 (Tue 7th Sept 1999)The power struggle between Chris and Sean intensifies when details of Terry's strong-arm tactics to call in outstanding debts are aired. Jackson, who was on the end of Terry's threats, calls at the haulage yard to pay up - and promptly cancels his contract. Sean is furious when he discovers Chris was behind this and warns him not to overstep the mark again. Ollie is clinging to Zak like a limpet - and even follows him to the bookies and offers him £10 to place a bet for her. The horse wins and the youngster gives Zak a share of the winnings. But when her mother, Angie discovers she's bunked-off school again it leads to a furious confrontation. Liam, having unsuccessfully tried to get Chris to increase his wages, works his charms on Tricia. But she refuses a date saying she's off men for the time being.
106Episode 2573 (Wed 8th Sept 1999)After the confrontation with his policewoman neighbour Zak thinks it wise to disconnect the free electricity supply he's rigged up from the Reynolds house. Once again Ollie is sniffing round and agrees to help. But as she tries to disconnect the lead, the junction box comes away from the wall giving her a shock and sparking a fire. Suddenly Zak is cast in the role of hero - but will Angie and Sean see it that way? Tate Haulage holds a crisis meeting when it discovers Frankie's lorry has been impounded in Germany. Laura is charged with striking a deal to get it back. Emily's father John tells Angie his daughter has been kidnapped. Suddenly her ears prick up when he says the Dingles are involved.
107Episode 2574 (Thu 9th Sept 1999)Ollie recovers in hospital from the effects of smoke-inhalation. Sean charges off to sort out Zak once and for all. But at the hospital Ollie tells her mum that Zak is a hero. She decided to search the cellar and when the accident happened, Zak was the one who saved her. Angie races off to find Sean before he does something he'll regret. Chris has problems with his nanny and leaves baby Joseph with a furious Zoe. Later an attractive woman arrives saying she's been sent by the nanny agency - and Chris takes her on straight away. Gavin and Bernice tell Betty they've got the money to buy The Woolpack and they'll be taking over the following week. Kathy calls Betty to say she'll be back next week. Graham overhears and looks thoughtful. And Sarah rescues Richie from Viv's clutches in the Diner saying there's a fuse that has gone in the kitchen.
108Episode 2575 (Mon 13th Sept 1999)Kathy arrives back from her holiday with Alice to find Graham loitering outside her home. But when he starts to talk about a possible relationship she tells him all she wants to be is friends. Unseen by Kathy, his face turns to thunder. Kelly and Roy are devastated when the cottage they'd pinned their hopes on is placed back on the market. Sean reluctantly agrees with Angie to invite the Dingles for dinner after Ollie is discharged from hospital. The mischievous youngster winds Zak up when she asks what he was doing near the house before the blaze. Bernice plans to invite the newspapers to her grand opening at The Woolpack. Tricia is transparently not amused. And Pete is left cursing Chris after an accident with a crate sees him break two of his toes. The brash boss tells him as he wasn't officially on duty he cannot expect to be paid while he gets better.
109Episode 2576 (Tue 14th Sept 1999)Kathy is furious with Marlon for making changes to the diner while she's been on holiday. When she discovers he's even made new appointments she loses her temper completely and sacks him. And just when she thought things couldn't get worse she's shaken to the core when Alice's estranged mum Elsa turns up on the doorstep. Kelly gives Scott a piece of her mind - but try as he might, he cannot find a way to pay back the money he owes her. Mandy is released from jail and summons Zak to see how they are going to repay Angie for putting her inside. For once Zak is lost for words and appears sheepish. And Chris is horrified to find the tyres on his car slashed.
110Episode 2577 (Wed 15th Sept 1999)The campaign against Chris reaches new proportions when the Tate Haulage offices are ransacked and covered in graffiti with threatening messages. Chris is convinced it is Jackson, but Sean assures him it is not his style. Chris recovers his composure enough to try and persuade Zoe to buy Home Farm now it's back on the market - but is shocked when he arrives home to find his cottage has been turned over too. Kelly is overcome when Scott appears covered in bandages. He tells her he's crashed the car to get insurance money to pay her back. Mandy senses something is wrong between Scott and Kelly and is taken aback by her friend's response. Kathy is feeling the strain of Elsa's arrival and is deeply suspicious of her motives - especially when she asks to collect Alice from school the following day. And Bernice is excited when her license for the Woolpack arrives in the post.
111Episode 2578 (Thu 16th Sept 1999)Butch and Mandy meet at the County Court to have their marriage annulled. When they arrive back Paddy tells her they can now start planning their wedding. Chris is appalled when he finds his father's gravestone covered in graffiti. Later that night he receives a menacing call but can't put a face to the voice. Mandy chats to Kelly about the situation with Scott and can hardly believe what's gone on. Later when she sees Scott she gives him a piece of her mind. Alice pesters Kathy for information about why her mother left her. On the way home from school Elsa takes Alice for a pizza and after a short while the ice between them begins to melt. Kathy is upset when they arrive home late and Alice asks if she can see her mother again the following day.
112Episode 2579 (Fri 17th Sept 1999)Chris has succeeded in alienating half the village at a time when he could do with some friends. Zoe tells him she wants no more to do with him, Terry storms out and tells him to find another bodyguard. Angie catches the rough end of his tongue. And Kelly is ridiculed when she tries to get him to help her with a deposit on a house. But as he sits alone and ponders his predicament, the terror campaign against him is about to reach new and frightening proportions. Kathy agrees to meet Elsa at The Woolpack but is furious and hurt when she reveals the real reason she returned to Emmerdale. Scott gets a shock when the insurance assessor tells him it's good news - the car can be repaired! And poor Bernice is left feeling foolish when she unveils the new plaque over The Woolpack door to a posse of photographers and locals. The sign reads Bernice 'Blockstack'.
113Episode 2580 (Tue 21st Sept 1999)The mystery surrounding Chris heightens when Zoe discovers her brother didn't return home the previous evening. And when Angie arrives at Zoe's that evening she is the bearer of bad news. Kathy visits her brother Nick in prison to tell him of Elsa's return. He begs her to keep his former wife away from Alice and that he's depending on her. Elsa leaves Kathy furious when she shows Alice impressive pictures of Australia and reveals she has a half-bother out there. Eric is taken to the cleaners by Seth when he needs somewhere to store the gym equipment he's bought. Seth tells him the village hall has space … for a price. And Scott's attempts to make it up with Roy by offering to pay back what he owes in instalments, fails to make an impression.
114Episode 2581 (Wed 22nd Sept 1999)Chris is now officially a missing person and Angie begins interviewing everyone at Tate Haulage - including her own husband. He reveals the strong-arm tactics Chris employed to get money from Jackson. Sean appears to be enjoying Chris's absence and calls a management meeting to discuss buying new vehicles - even though he knows his partner is against it. Claudia agrees to mind baby Joseph full-time while Chris is missing. Meanwhile, Kelly is feeling guilty about asking Chris for a loan especially when she can't find him to apologise. Kathy and Elsa row in front of Alice and later Elsa admits to Alan that she may be wrong wanting custody as the child seems perfectly happy. But when Alan mentions this latest development in idle chit chat to Graham his mind starts to work overtime. And Bernice offers Marlon the catering contract for the pub.
115Episode 2582 (Thu 23rd Sept 1999)There are ructions in the Sugden household when Jack catches Robert and Andy filling in forms for work experience. Jack tells the lads they can do their work experience on the farm. While Andy agrees Robert tells his dad he'd like to do a computing course sending him into a rage. Zoe blasts Angie for doing nothing to help find her brother and tells her if needs be she'll find him herself. Lisa visits John to invite to Mandy and Paddy's wedding, feeling it will help heal the rift with his daughter. But he says while she's involved with Butch he wants nothing to do with her. Elsa complains to Alan that everyone in the village seems to be against her. But later - with Graham's words in her mind - she pumps Betty about Kathy's recent problems convinced she could use the information in her custody battle.
116Episode 2583 (Tue 28th Sept 1999)Kathy can not help but worry about Elsa's sudden involvement in Alice's life. Elsa confronts Alan and demands to know why he kept Kathy's recent psychological problems a secret from her. He manages to defuse the situation, but all his hard work is destroyed when Graham confronts her and demands that she leaves Kathy and Alice alone. Elsa finally reaches a decision concerning Alice's future - news which threatens to tear Kathy's world apart. Bernice discovers the answer to all of The Woolpack's problems - Feng Shui. She tells Tricia they will need to rearrange all of the furniture to create a harmonious atmosphere. DI Spalding's suspicions are aroused when he questions Sean about Chris's disappearance. And he becomes convinced he is on to something when Terry reveals exactly how volatile their relationship really is. Zoe is sure that Spalding is treating Chris's disappearance as a murder enquiry.
117Episode 2584 (Wed 29th Sept 1999)Kathy's role as Alice's guardian is becoming increasingly insecure. In desperation she turns to Laura for legal advice. The legal eagle suggests that having Nick on her side should strengthen Kathy's case. Kathy visits her brother in prison and tells him Elsa's plans for Alice. But she is shell shocked to learn that Elsa has paid him a visit and has persuaded him that Alice would be better off with her. Kathy confronts Elsa and accuses her of turning her brother against her. But she is lost for words when Elsa reveals that Betty has informed her of Kathy's personal problems. Bernice's attempt to align The Woolpack using Feng Shui goes drastically wrong when she realises that she has been reading her compass incorrectly. Zoe is finding it difficult coming to terms with her brother's disappearance. In desperation she decides to honour his last request - to buy Home Farm.
118Episode 2585 (Thu 30th Sept 1999)Kathy's distraught about Alice's future, so Graham decides it is the perfect opportunity to become more involved in her life. But it soon becomes clear that Kathy is not as weak as Graham first thought. When Elsa arrives demanding to see Alice, Kathy tells her that Alice doesn't want to see her. Graham visits Kathy to offer a shoulder to cry on, but his temper starts to get the better of him when she refuses to discuss her problems. Dastardly Eric is up to his old tricks. Laura's hounding him for Home Farm's inventory, so the devious cad breaks into Home Farm to retrieve some of the antiques he bought for Stella. And after deleting them from the inventory he is convinced he has pulled off the perfect crime. Eric manages to sell his wares to a dealer, but his celebrations are marred when he visits Laura with his version of the inventory to discover that Stella has already sent one through
119Episode 2586 (Tue 5th Oct 1999)Elsa is dismayed to find that Alice is refusing to talk to her. But little does she know that she has an ally in her corner - Graham. The despicable schoolteacher's mind begins to whirl when Alan tells him that he cannot help but feel sorry for Elsa. His plan is simple - by destroying Kathy's chances of keeping custody of Alice, she will begin to rely on him more.
120Episode 2587 (Wed 6th Oct 1999)Time is running out for Eric. With Zoe about to move in to Home Farm it seems that his antiques theft is about to be discovered. Eric tells Butch that if anything is missing from Home Farm he will get the blame. The crooked businessman suggests that he will be able to help - as long as Butch can get hold of the inventory. But their plan hits a snag when Laura discovers Butch looking through the files in Home Farm's office. With Mandy and Paddy's wedding looming, Kelly offers to help plan their big day. And the bride-to-be is left exasperated when Kelly refuses to take no for an answer. Pete asks Terry for advice - should tell the police about his concerns regarding Sean. And when Zoe gives a television appeal, Pete's conscience begins to get the better of him.
121Episode 2588 (Thu 7th Oct 1999)Chris is at the end of his tether. His attempts to discover the identity of his gaoler have ended in failure, and his constant goading is only making his already precarious position even worse. In a last ditch attempt to end his nightmare, Chris begs to be released. With the identity of his captor shrouded in mystery, Chris suggests that he would never be caught. But his hopes for freedom are dashed when his captor finally reveals himself, much to Chris's terror. Zoe enlists Pete's help to find evidence of Sean's dodgy business deals. When Sean reveals to Pete that the next job will be on Monday, Zoe visits DI Spalding and informs him of the smuggling operation.
122Episode 2589 (Mon 11th Oct 1999)With his kidnapper's identity finally revealed Chris can do little to contain his fear. Filled with panic he desperately tries to discover the reason behind his abduction and learns that it is not money motivated. His terror reaches a new level when he discovers he will never be found because everyone thinks he is dead. Sean meanwhile is arrested on suspicion of handling counterfeit goods.
123Episode 2590 (Tue 12th Oct 1999)With Mandy and Paddy's wedding only a day away, the village celebrates the couples last night of freedom. Mandy leaves her hen night early to make sure nothing ruins her big day. Along with Butch, she discovers antiques hidden at the Dingles and realises there is only one person devious enough to have planted them - Eric. Mandy visits Eric and accuses him of trying to frame Butch. And when he admits to the crime, she explodes in fury. Angie is faced with a dilemma when she discovers a large amount of money hidden at her home. Should she help her husband Sean, who has been arrested on suspicion of handling counterfeit goods or should she leave him to face the wrath of the law? Chris is at the end of his tether. With no clear reason for his kidnapping, the terrified captive begins to fear for the worst. And Roy becomes concerned by Kelly's insistence on using her employer's house for her own means.
124Episode 2591 (Wed 13th Oct 1999)The big day finally arrives for Mandy and Paddy, and it seems nothing can spoil their wedding now. Mandy admits to Lisa that she is suffering from last-minute nerves. But they counted without Eric. He's reported Mandy for assault and the police arrive at the Dingles in search of the suspect. The police spot Mandy running off into the distance and give chase, but are in for a shock when it turns out to be Butch dressed as Mandy. With the police off the scent, the Dingles manage to persuade Ashley to go ahead with the ceremony earlier than planned and enlist Betty's help to inform all of the guests. But all of their hard work is undone when she inadvertently lets Eric in on the secret. Paddy and Mandy arrive at the church, get out the rings, but the final commitment is interrupted and their special day comes to a halt when P.C. Clare Waite arrives for Mandy's arrest
125Episode 2592 (Thu 14th Oct 1999)Mandy and Paddy's wedding is in danger of being wrecked when the police arrive. She is determined no one will spoil her big day and urges a bemused Ashley to continue with the service. It needs a miracle to save the day as Eric watches smugly. But he's got a big shock coming. At the reception, Marlon erupts in fury when he sees Lyn dancing with Scott, and is left heartbroken when she tells him their relationship is over. Ezra turns up and immediately starts causing trouble. Kelly is jealous to hear that Paddy and Mandy will be staying at Zoe's cottage rent-free for two months. Chris is relieved to learn that his kidnapper has sent Zoe a ransom demand.
126Episode 2593 (Fri 15th Oct 1999)Paddy's secret honeymoon plans hit a snag when he learns that the police need Mandy's passport in case she tries to flee the country. Mandy thinks she is going to Scarborough, and remains blissfully unaware of Paddy's problem. The newly wed is forced to take a leaf out of the Dingles book and lie to the police - telling them he can't find her passport. Zoe is a nervous wreck. With her brother's life in her hands she prepares to meet Chris's kidnapper with the ransom. The police assure her that they will be following closely behind. But when she arrives at the meeting place she fears for the worst when she spots what looks like a body slumped in a car. Kathy and Elsa are forced to control their contempt for each other when a welfare officer explains if they can not reach a compromise, a judge will make the decision for them about Alice.
127Episode 2594 (Tue 19th Oct 1999)Zoe's world is in tatters. Her brother is missing, and one of her business partners has been organising dodgy deals behind her back. And her day gets worse when Sean tries to apologise for his behaviour and Zoe fails to notice that Joseph has wandered off in front of a reversing truck. Chris is forced to face some home truths when Liam reveals the reason for his abduction. Angie's anger with Sean is beginning to take its toll on the Reynolds family. Kathy's temper gets the better of her when Alice tells her of the wonderful weekend she spent with Elsa in London. She turns to Graham and reveals she will use any means necessary to keep hold of Alice. Meanwhile, Elsa is convinced that it is only a matter of time before Alice agrees to return to Australia with her. With time running out, will Mandy be able to hand her passport in to the police in time? And Eric persuades Ashley to let him turn the village hall into a gym.
128Episode 2595 (Wed 20th Oct 1999)Chris is becoming increasingly frustrated. His attempts to get a straight answer from Liam have ended in failure. A mysterious letter arrives at The Woolpack addressed to Zoe from Chris's kidnapper - can she trust the police a second time? Kathy's attempt to fight dirty backfires when Alice's welfare officer reveals that she already knows about Kathy's psychological problems. And her predicament gets worse when Alice overhears how strong Kathy's hatred is for Elsa. Mandy is delighted when Paddy gives her a credit card to buy furniture for their house. Kelly suggests to Roy that because their dream cottage is used as a weekend retreat, they could move in during the week. The Dingles plot their revenge on Eric for trying to wreck Mandy's wedding. And Bernice reveals to Gavin that she wants to find Tricia the perfect partner.
129Episode 2596 (Thu 21st Oct 1999)The police are at a loss as to who is responsible for Chris's disappearance and everything seems to be going to plan for Liam. Zoe follows his instructions to the letter and arrives at the phone box, but Liam is shocked when she refuses to do anything until she has proof that her brother is still alive. Elsa and Kathy have torn up the rule book concerning Alice's custody case. After her meeting with the welfare officer, Elsa confronts Kathy and demands to know why she is causing trouble. A vicious argument erupts in front of Alice and unable to deal with the confrontation, the young girl turns to Alan for help. Eric's furious when Zak and Butch sabotage the official opening of his gym. And Kelly becomes annoyed by Roy's refusal to move in to the cottage more permanently.
130Episode 2597 (Tue 26th Oct 1999)Alan takes the bull by the horns and tells Kathy and Elsa they must stop thinking about themselves and start putting Alice first. Jack asks Robert and Andy to help on the farm at half term causing another row with Sarah. He turns to Zak and Butch - but they say they're busy picketing Eric's gym. Bernice stands in for the youth club camping trip leaving Ashley hot and bothered. Mandy's spending spree sends Kelly into a fit of jealousy. She goes home and tells Roy in no uncertain terms they're moving into the cottage she cleans - whether he likes it or not. And Zoe turns Liam down again when he asks her out for a drink.
131Episode 2598 (Wed 27th Oct 1999)There's high jinx on the camping trip and Ashley and Bernice look like having their work cut out. The kids - led by Ollie - are in a mischievous mood and deliberately soak Ashley's ground sheet, forcing him to share a tent with Bernice, much to his embarrassment. Kelly and Roy share their first breakfast at the cottage. Liam tries to coax Zoe out for a drink but again is turned down. When she explains why she doesn't fancy him, he rounds on her saying that his interest is purely friendly. Later Liam rants at Chris that his sister is a spoilt bitch.
132Episode 2599 (Thu 28th Oct 1999)Ashley flees the tent to make breakfast after waking to find Bernice's arm draped across him. Later Gavin gently winds Ashley up asking what he thinks about Bernice. After all they slept in the same tent. Scott sounds the alert at the cottage after its owner Mrs Curtis calls to say she'll be around later that day. Elsa and her husband need to return to Australia but she tells Kathy she isn't giving up her custody claims. Liam gets tough with Chris telling him he's had everything on a plate, but is stunned when Chris retaliates with a few home truths about how life has really treated him. And Sarah takes Robert to see Richie in the hope of getting some more work experience on computers.
133Episode 2600 (Tue 2nd Nov 1999)Zoe is convinced that she will never see Chris again. Her faith in the police investigation has reached an all-time low and when DI Spalding visits her, he is furious to discover that she has been keeping back vital evidence. Liam terrifies Chris when he tells him that he has served his purpose - a photograph is all he needs to prove Chris is still alive. Alice is heartbroken to discover that Elsa's family is preparing to return to Australia. With her niece's future happiness at stake, Kathy is forced to make one of the hardest decisions of her life. And Kelly can barely contain her jealousy when she sees how happy and contented Mandy and Paddy are in their new home.
134Episode 2601 (Wed 3rd Nov 1999)A new chapter is beginning in Kathy's life - but will Alice be a part of it? Her decision to put Alice's happiness before her own is bound to leave her heartbroken. Kathy asks Alice if she would like to go and live in Australia with Elsa. When Alice asks her if she wants her to go, Kathy is forced to fight against her feelings. As Elsa arrives to collect Alice, Kathy's emotions begin to bubble towards the surface, but will she change her mind before it is too late? Bernice and Marlon's efforts at matchmaking are successful when Richie asks Tricia out for dinner. Bernice offers Tricia some words of advice and tells her that she should show Richie her hidden depths by making him laugh. But while Tricia reflects on how successful their evening was, Richie has a different view. Chris comes to the conclusion that the relationship he has built with Liam will protect him from being hurt.
135Episode 2602 (Thu 4th Nov 1999)Liam decides to spend his birthday with family… Chris and Zoe! First he shares a bottle of wine with his imprisoned half brother. Then he joins Zoe in The Woolpack for a celebratory drink. When Eric launches a cheap shot against Chris, Liam jumps to his defence. But he begins to panic when Zoe points out that he is the only person who talks about Chris in the present tense! Kelly and Roy's dinner party is a complete disaster. Roy suspicions are aroused when Kelly appears wearing some new jewellery, belonging to the owner of the holiday cottage . Mandy and Paddy arrive making Kelly jealous of their lifestyle, and the party soon draws to a finish. The owner Ms. Curtis arrives unannounced and is so shocked at the state of her cottage, she phones the police. Graham tells Alan that Kathy needs some one to look after her. And Emily admits to Butch that she can not help worrying about her father.
136Episode 2603 (Mon 8th Nov 1999)Zoe's suspicions are aroused when Liam arrives unexpectedly and asks for news on Chris. Zoe asks Terry his opinions on Liam and more alarm bells begin to ring when she discovers Sean told Liam about the police stakeout. Roy prepares for court, with the threat of a prison sentence hanging over his head. Despite his innocence he tells Kelly he doesn't want her involved. His hopes are pinned on a lenient magistrate who he hopes will take into account his previous good character and the glowing character references his solicitor has organised. He pleads guilty to theft and criminal damage but can only listen in disbelief as the sentence is read out. And Richie is forced to do some quick thinking when Tricia asks for another date.
137Episode 2604 (Tue 9th Nov 1999)Zoe is convinced she has discovered the identity of Chris's kidnapper, but with her faith in the police investigation at an all-time low and with no real proof, she decides to keep her suspicions from them. She is determined to trap him even if it means working alone. She works out a plan and goes to Tate Haulage to switch around the driver's delivery destinations. Roy is finding it difficult coping with the harsh realities of prison life, while Kelly is determined to blame everyone except the one person responsible for his plight - herself. She foolishly confronts Ms. Curtis and accuses her of destroying her life. Overhearing the exchange Scott decides it is time to let Kelly know some home truths. And Betty and Sarah are becoming increasingly concerned for Kathy while even Ashley and Graham are unable to persuade her to talk about her feelings.
138Episode 2605 (Wed 10th Nov 1999)Zoe believes she's got Liam out of the way on a haulage job to Portsmouth. But the kidnapper smells a rat and swaps the run with Pete. Zoe enlists the help of Terry and sets off to search Liam's house - but the two are in for a shock. Kelly is guilt-ridden over Roy's prison sentence and pours her heart out to her step-brother Scott. She'd feel even worse if she knew the hard time her husband was having with other inmates.
139Episode 2606 (Thu 11th Nov 1999)Zoe's decision not to tell the police her suspicions lands her and Terry in a dangerous situation. Liam has caught them at his house. He ties Terry up in the cellar and takes Zoe to the disused farmhouse where Chris is being held. Chris tells Zoe that Liam is their brother, but she doesn't believe him. Liam is panicking at this point, as he realises that Zoe isn't going to be the loving, sympathetic sister he always wanted. He babbles on about deciding what to do, and eventually realises that he may need to kill them both to ensure his freedom. Chris tries to talk him out of it, promising him that he won't turn him into the police and to provide money and a third of their inheritance. Liam is wavering at that point, but Zoe fakes an argument with Chris to make Liam defend him and drop the gun. The ploy is a success as Zoe points the gun at Liam.
140Episode 2607 (Fri 12th Nov 1999)Liam is dead; killed by a single gunshot wound to the chest by Zoe, who debates with Chris about what to do when the police arrive - Zoe wants to lie to the police and tell them that she shot Liam when he tried to lunge at her, but Chris, who hasn't got much sympathy for Zoe especially since he built up a bond with Liam over the past few weeks, thinks that they should tell the police exactly what happened. Over at the Tate Haulage office, DI Spalding questions Pete, Sean and Laura when his officers discover a van six miles away near the farmhouse. Spalding sends in the armed response unit and he and his officers race to Liam's home. He is seething with anger because Zoe withheld information from him. But as he arrives on the scene more pressing questions fill his mind like - is Chris still alive? What's happened to Zoe and Terry? And could the kidnapper have escaped, thanks to Zoe's DIY detective work?
141Episode 2608 (Tue 16th Nov 1999)The police try to get to the bottom of the kidnap drama and its shocking outcome. DI Spalding still can't believe Zoe chose to withhold information placing her life and Terry's in such danger. Kelly is full of guilt and remorse over Scott and tells Roy, during a prison visit that things will be different when he comes out. Tricia, with a little help from Bernice, tries to impress Richie with her literary knowledge and a little home cooking. But an unexpected visitor spoils her moment.
142Episode 2609 (Thu 18th Nov 1999)Racked with guilt, Kelly avoids going to the prison to see Roy so Scott takes her place. Roy's disappointed and asks Scott why he told him he slept with Kelly. Scott hesitantly says he lied because he was jealous of their happiness. Meanwhile, Paddy shares some wise words about Kelly regarding love, unaware that he's just provoked a whole new load of feelings in Kelly for Scott. Later, Kelly finds Scott and tells him she loves him and it's time they told Roy the truth. But Scott turns her down and she's left devastated. Zoe brings Chris home from the hospital and surprises him with Home Farm. However, she doesn't get the reception she excepted when Chris is uptight that he feels everyone is trying to run his life for him - Joseph's scared of him and the whole village is gossiping about Zoe's ordeal, causing an outburst in the pub.
143Episode 2610 (Fri 19th Nov 1999)Kelly and Scott begin to plan a surprise party for Roy on his release from jail. Tricia turns on all her charm to seduce Richie, but is hurt by his reaction. Kathy remains deeply upset about losing Alice as she composes a letter to the court saying she is prepared to give up custody for good. And she shocks Eric later when she tells him she needs a change. If he can come up with the right money he can buy the Diner. Bernice tells Gavin her mum's coming to stay and can't wait to meet him. And Sean has a short answer for Pete when he's told one of their main haulage routes is being closed for repairs - the lorries will have to drive through the village.
144Episode 2611 (Tue 23rd Nov 1999)Roy is released from prison but his coming-home party is a wash-out when he leaves early. Bernice's mum Diane arrives and immediately catches Alan's eye. Eric tells Kathy he doesn't want to buy the Diner but would consider becoming partners with her again. Richie considers swapping lodgings with Pete, who is sick of the Sugdens' bickering. And Ashley asks Sean to have a word with his wayward daughter Ollie before she joins the newly formed youth club.
145Episode 2612 (Wed 24th Nov 1999)Ashley is given the run-around at the opening of the youth club. He's horrified when the children start playing truth or dare and finally cracks when he returns from an errand to find Ollie playing an 18-certificate video. He sends her home in disgrace, but Sean and Angie seem too wrapped up in their own domestic situation to take much notice. Roy begs Lisa to let him start back at work. Pete tries to explain to Jack why he wants to move without causing offence. Viv complains to Angie about Tate Haulage trucks driving through the village. And Betty forms an immediate friendship with Diane.
146Episode 2613 (Thu 25th Nov 1999)Richie settles into the Sugdens and makes an immediate impact rustling up a first-rate lasagne. Emily confides in Butch that she is worried about her father spending Christmas alone. Ashley admits kids like night clubs not youth clubs, after the previous episode's troubles. Bernice tells him to try running a disco. Ashley visits Sean and Angie to say Ollie is welcome back so long as she's made to realise he will stand no more of her bad behaviour. And DI Spalding discovers new evidence he believes might help him unravel exactly what did happen at the end of the hostage drama.
147Episode 2614 (Tue 30th Nov 1999)Chris infuriates Zoe when he tells her he's paid for Liam's funeral and insists on attending. Richie is furious with Scott for selling a computer to Lyn at cost price. Diane flirts endlessly with Alan during an organised ramble and invites him to have dinner with her the following night. He won't be quite so delighted when he finds she's asked Eric too! And Roy is furious when Angie protests about his DJ job at the youth club and Ashley decides to take his name from the posters. Ashley confides in Bernice as the bond between them grows. Kelly feels guilty when Mandy says her criminal record has hurt her chances in life and will do the same to Roy. As she and Paddy leave, Eric smugly tells Mandy he has dropped the assault charges against her out of pity for her past convictions, and was just teaching her a lesson. Paddy pulls Mandy away before she has another assault charge on her hands.
148Episode 2615 (Wed 1st Dec 1999)Diane has Eric and Alan in a spin when they both arrive expecting to spend an intimate candlelit dinner with her. Viv is furious when she discovers Tate Haulage has laid on a courtesy bus service to take villagers to the local supermarket. Zoe offers to sell her home to Paddy and Mandy. They need a lodger to make ends meet and invite Lyn to move in. Ashley is devastated when Bernice tells him how perfect he would be - for her mum! And Chris offers Kelly a few harsh words of advice when she asks if she and Roy can move into his cottage, now he's living at Home Farm again.
149Episode 2616 (Thu 2nd Dec 1999)Kelly is in a state and confides in Mandy that perhaps Chris was right - she'll never be happy with Roy. Zoe offers Terry extra money to look after Chris and keep him company. Paddy's cousin Jason turns up out of the blue saying he's fallen out with his parents after revealing he's gay. Tricia takes an immediate shine to him at The Woolpack and Diane overhears Gavin say to her that she used to look at him like that. As she leaves to go home Diane warns Gavin she'll not stand to see her Bernice hurt again. And Mandy gets a call to say her dad's been taken ill again. She rushes off telling Paddy she'll be back the following day.
150Episode 2617 (Tue 7th Dec 1999)Bernice is making up for lost time. With her mother safely out of the way, she presses Gavin to name a date for their wedding. But like a seasoned politician he carefully avoids giving an answer. Bernice shares her concerns with Betty. And the village matriarch decides to take action. Her pearls of wisdom strike a chord with the womanising charmer, and the pair decide to marry Valentine's Day - but will the pair still be together by then? Roy is surprised by Kelly's reaction when he admits that he would like them to have children. Terry is thrilled when Claudia agrees to go out with him for a drink. But his attempts at romance are ruined when Kathy asks to join them. Richie is stuck between a rock and a hard place when tension grows between Jack and Sarah. And the Dingles take a shine to Jason, much to Paddy's concern.
151Episode 2618 (Wed 8th Dec 1999)Concern is growing for Kelly. When Zak comments about her looking unwell, Viv changes the subject, but it is clear that she is also worried. Ashley is devastated to learn that Bernice is getting married. The love-struck vicar asks her if she's certain. Meanwhile, Tricia becomes uneasy when Bernice asks her to be her bridesmaid. And struck by guilt, she reveals all to Ashley about Gavin's womanising ways. Viv accuses Alan of being a traitor to local shopkeepers by running his bus service to the new supermarket. Terry's hopes of a romance with Claudia are dashed - she doesn't date colleagues. Paddy is concerned when Jason admits that he has asked Tricia out on a date. And Graham persuades Ollie to write a Christmas Show for the Youth Club.
152Episode 2619 (Thu 9th Dec 1999)Ashley is facing a dilemma, should he tell Bernice about Gavin's infidelities or should he keep quiet? Angie tells Sean that he is going to have to take responsibility for organising Christmas. Kathy receives an official letter confirming that Elsa is Alice's legal guardian. Bernice invites Kathy and Graham to dinner, making Eric curious about the relationship. Roy's attempt to find out what is troubling Kelly ends in failure, while she becomes jealous when she sees Scott talking to Lyn. And Emily begins to worry about what her father will be doing over Christmas.
153Episode 2620 (Tue 14th Dec 1999)Kelly's hopes of escaping her problems are dashed when Roy turns down an invitation to spend Christmas in Ibiza with his father. And her day gets worse when Paddy criticises her for making one mistake too many at the vets. Roy's temper cracks when Kelly mocks him about his plans for their future, and then turns to the bottle for comfort. Preparations are underway for Bernice's wedding. But while Tricia is excited about being a bridesmaid, she becomes disappointed when Bernice reveals what she will be wearing. Sarah can not believe Jack's attitude when he suggests that they should be spending their money on the farm rather than Christmas. Butch asks Lisa's advice about reconciling Emily and her father. Emily persuades Zak to build Belle a nativity scene for her birthday. Angie is furious with Sean when he breaks his promise to make tea for the kids.
154Episode 2621 (Wed 15th Dec 1999)All is not well in the Tate household. Chris's anger gets the better of him when Terry complains about being treated like a dogsbody. But Chris is heading for a fall. When the temperamental Tate tries to order Alan around, the Estate Manager points out that he only takes orders from Zoe. And Chris is stunned when Claudia gives him a piece of her mind. Ashley is horrified to discover that Ollie's Pantomime ridicules the entire village, and promptly cancels it. Angie is furious when the mild mannered Reverend suggests that Ollie's attention seeking may be caused by problems at home. Butch tries to repair Emily's relationship with her father, by inviting John to the Dingles for Christmas Day. But will he accept? Ashley admits to Zak that he is envious of not having a family at Christmas. Tricia uses her charms on Jason. But will she succeed? Roy shares his concerns for Kelly with Lisa. And Marlon tries to persuade Bernice to hold an Aladdin theme night in The Woolpack.
155Episode 2622 (Thu 16th Dec 1999)It's the day of the Emmerdale Christmas Show, and Ashley is in a panic. With no star turn, the Reverend desperately tries to find someone to fit the bill. The Show begins, but with no sign of the star act, the pressure begins to get to him. With the minutes ticking by, Ashley can only hope for a miracle - but his prayers are answered when Witty Willy arrives. Betty is left speechless when she realises that a face from her past has resurfaced. Zak's latest business venture - selling Christmas holly, suffers a setback when Bernice throws him out of The Woolpack. Marlon's persistence pays off when Bernice agrees to let him hold an Aladdin theme night in the Woolpack. Richie becomes annoyed when Scott organises the Daletec Christmas Party without consulting him. And Sean and Angie's plans for a family Christmas take a knock when Marc reveals that he has got a job working in The Woolpack on Christmas Day.
156Episode 2623 (Mon 20th Dec 1999)Chris tries to put his recent problems behind him by returning to work. While he is relieved to be back behind the driving seat at Tate Haulage, his partner Sean doesn't quite see it the same. Ashley admits to Gavin that he knows about his womanising ways. But will the mild mannered reverend reveal his discovery to Bernice? Betty's past returns to haunt her when Reggie surprises her at the Diner and invites her to lunch. Over their meal it becomes clear that she has a few secrets that would shock the village. Richie becomes concerned by how much money Scott is spending at Daletech's Christmas Party. Marlon sees the opportunity to get revenge on Scott when Bernice lets the young businessman open a tab at The Woolpack. Eric tries to drum up business at the Daletech party much to Scott's annoyance.
157Episode 2624 (Tue 21st Dec 1999)Eastern Promise fills Emmerdale when Marlon holds an 'Aladdin' night in The Woolpack. Dressed as the Genie of the Lamp, the excited Dingle offers to make everyone's dreams come true. But unlike a fairy tale, the night is destined to end in heartbreak for Bernice. When Gavin disappears from the bar, Bernice goes in search of him. But she and Tricia are unprepared for the sight that awaits them... Kelly's attempt to speak to Scott about her secret fails when Lyn arrives to take him to her College Ball. Betty surprises Seth when she arrives home with a new haircut. But little does he know that her make over is not for his benefit. Emily's hopes of earning extra money for Christmas are destroyed when Viv tells her that she is going to have to let her go. Viv confronts Alan and accuses him of destroying her business.
158Episode 2625 (Wed 22nd Dec 1999)Bernice's hopes of a blissful future with Gavin are in tatters. Having witnessed his betrayal, the heartbroken girl refuses to listen to his explanation and throws him out of the house. When Tricia tries to talk to her, Bernice refuses to discuss the matter. But behind closed doors the discovery takes it's toll and she breaks down in tears. Betty is surprised when Bernice turns up on her doorstep looking for a shoulder to cry on. Lyn invites Scott to spend Christmas lunch with her. Viv's plans for a family Christmas at her sister's take a knock when Kelly and Scott refuse to go. Roy becomes increasingly worried by Kelly's odd behaviour. Donna's concerns for her sister deepen when she discovers a bottle of vodka in her bag. And Betty pleads with Reggie not to drag up their past.
159Episode 2626 (Thu 23rd Dec 1999)Ashley is a man on a mission - he is determined to find out the truth behind Gavin's sudden disappearance - and nothing will get in his way. Alan puts him off the scent when he tells him that Gavin is visiting his parents. But his suspicions go back into overdrive when Bernice's mask begins to slip. Tricia tries to stop him interfering, but Ashley is not prepared to take no for an answer. Bernice's mum Diane returns to the village, unaware of her daughter's heartbreak. Chris's Christmas Party turns into a shambles when he catches Sean chatting up Claudia. The drunken Tate considers himself a better catch and makes a pass at her - much to Claudia's horror. Unable to put up with her boss's sleazy ways, the nanny immediately resigns. Zoe tries to make Claudia reconsider, but will she be able to change her mind? And Paddy invites Jason to spend Christmas Day at the Dingles.
160Episode 2627 (Fri 24th Dec 1999)Christmas is a painful time for Andy. Overcome by guilt, the young lad visits the Windsors and tries to apologise for the tragedy, which resulted in Vic's death. Viv refuses to listen and orders him out of her shop. But his mind is put to rest when Kelly tells him that she doesn't blame him for what happened. Diane persuades Bernice to spend Christmas with her in Harrogate. She is forced to do some quick thinking when Ashley asks them where they are going. Viv takes Donna to spend Christmas with her sister. With his mother in law out the way, Roy comes up with an ingenious way of increasing custom at the village shop. Angie's hopes of a family Christmas are dashed when she learns that she is going to have to work on Christmas Day. And Paddy grows tired of Kelly's behaviour at work.
161Episode 2628 (Sat 25th Dec 1999) Christmas DayEmily's face is a picture when she gets the Christmas present she prayed for - a visit from her dad. John makes the Dingle party complete as he joins them for Christmas dinner. And for the first time John recognises how much his daughter cares for Butch. Jack is angry when the kids open their presents and realises Sarah has gone behind his back to buy them computer games. Kathy spends the day with Graham delivering presents around the village and later after eating Christmas dinner together they embrace under the mistletoe. Kelly is haunted by the painful memories of her father's death and the secret she is hiding from both Scott and Roy. She excuses herself from the Dingle party and stands alone at her father's grave. Zak has a close escape when Ashley calls and only just manages to get the vicar out of the way before he sees the nativity scene he pinched from the church.
162Episode 2629 (Tue 28th Dec 1999)Bernice arrives back at the pub with Gavin's cheating ways still weighing heavily on her mind. Later Alan catches her furiously ripping up her cheating boyfriend's clothes. Christmas seems to have mellowed the troubled Sugdens and Jack and Sarah resolve to try harder to make their marriage work. Scott's slick sales patter cuts no ice with Chris when he tries to sell him computer equipment for the Haulage yard. Later he tells Zoe that he's convinced Sean is up to no good at the yard and he intends to return to work. Zoe tells him she'll have him voted off the board if he does.
163Episode 2630 (Wed 29th Dec 1999)Viv arrives home from her break and tells Emily she's been over the books and the shop is faring worse than even she thought. She tells Emily she's thinking of selling up, but is shocked when Emily says she'll work for nothing to get the business going again. Bernice's birthday celebrations are upset when she receives a card from Gavin. Later surrounded by her closest friends Bernice lets her hair down and at the end of a boozy evening ceremonially burns her "life plan" on a barbecue.
164Episode 2631 (Thu 30th Dec 1999)Bernice tells Kathy that she has chosen a neutral venue - the vicarage for her meeting with Gavin. When Kathy asks her if she if she is ready to see her fiancee, Bernice's emotions bubble to the surface. Gavin unexpectedly walks into The Woolpack, and the regulars make it clear how they feel about his sudden arrival. But even they are shocked when Ashley erupts in fury. While Bernice wants to talk about business Gavin has other matters on his mind, and it's not long before they are discussing their relationship. But will she forgive him? Chris is put firmly in his place when Alan tells him that Zoe is his employer, but he is prepared to tolerate a certain amount of his irrational behaviour. Betty tells Viv of Gavin's escapades and asks her to keep it under her hat.