As New Year strikes, friendships are lost in a cocktail of betrayal, deceit and judgement. Meanwhile, will Dennis finally find his happily ever after?
Cheryl plans a surprise lunch at The Dog but her motives remain unclear. Meanwhile, Seamus continues to cement himself in the village.
Things get tense for the Osbornes, while Esther discovers friendship in a trusted source. Could life finally be looking up for her?
Maxine realises the true reason for Esther's erratic behaviour and seeks solace in a source close to the teen. Elsewhere in the village, Diane and Seamus grow closer.
Mercy wreaks havoc when she jumps to the wrong conclusion, while Esther makes a decision that will affect all of the sixth formers
Dirk makes a life-changing decision, but will he get the answer he wants? Meanwhile, Leanne is struggling to get by in the village.