Actual People (2021)

Mandy starts to regret taking such a firm line with Tony.

Darlene turns to Craig for help in facing the world again.

Zak pursues his quest to discover his flatmate's supposed secret.

Justin attempts to mask his absence from school from his mates.

Darlene steels herself for bad news from the consultant.

A lonely Lisa finds solace in unlikely company.

Steph discovers yet another object for her affection.

Nicole's attempts to celebrate her birthday lead to unhappy returns.

Darlene feels guilty for denying Sophie and Mel their holiday and, under pressure from Mel, lets Sophie try to hide her scar with make-up. Candy decides to cheer Paula up by giving her a makeover. Steph has an induction at Body Boost, but is more interested in Stuart's body than her own. Jack is horrified when he sees the aftermath of O.B.'s night in charge of The Dog in the Pond.

Lisa is besotted with thoughts of Jake, whilst Becca tries to treat her man to a few home comforts. The Taylor-Burtons rally round for Darlene's big day. Zara's magazine article about Body Boost hits the headlines. Nicole becomes jealous of Candy and Paula's friendship.

Jake's guilt persists when he receives a sexy text from Lisa, However, he can't resist the urge to see her and rushes round for a rendezvous - they are both in deeper than they thought. Max and O.B. bicker over the remnants of Christmas Inc, Max finds that romance might lie right on his own doorstep. Cameron causes ructions in Halls, and Zak wonders if Cameron's a lost cause. Mel and Stuart give Zara an ear bashing, but will Zara's crusade run out of steam?

Jake tries desperately to hide his secret from Becca. Cameron and Zak are at loggerheads over the food situation. At the end of his tether, Zak decides he can't live with Bella and Cameron any more. Meanwhile, Steph has Stuart in her sights and moves in for the kill. Elsewhere, Justin is depressed at not making the football team.

Steph wakes up to a shocking discovery. Zara is fired, while Lisa wakes at the Davies' feeling lost and alone. Jake turns up at HCC, but a strong Lisa spurns his advances - it's over between them for good. Cameron wonders if Zak will ever come back, However, Zak is adamant that he's moving on and moving out. O.B. is unnerved by Max's unusually happy mood, as Sophie agrees to go out on a date with O.B. Richard does his best to make Justin feel better about himself.

Jake agonises over his feelings for Lisa, whilst Lisa's sad after ending her affair with Jake. Her sadness is noticed by Ellie, but Lisa lies that she just misses Dan. Zara demonstrates outside Body Boost. Cameron mopes after Zak's sudden departure. Justin struggles to understand Paradise Lost, and gets a gaze from Becca.

Jake's anxious about Becca going away to care for her ill grandmother, worried that he'll give in to temptation and go to Lisa. Justin's determined to please Becca and has been up all night finishing his essay. Sophie and O.B. and Max and Mel go out on a date. Cameron's on a high after his kiss with Bella, but he's soon brought back down to earth and left dreaming of his lost love. Richard is furious with Stuart about Zara's little act outside Body Boost.

The students conduct an in-depth enquiry into Bella's disappearance. Max wonders if he'll ever get a girlfriend. Still worried about Darlene after speaking to her on the phone, Ali decides to bunk off school. Zara confronts Lisa over her secret affair with Jake.

Justin is determined to get on Ali's good side before Darlene gets home. Russ and Joe drive Dannii to distraction with their sexist remarks. Jake is sure Zara will blab and does his best to talk her round. Sophie quizzes Mel about her ideal date.

Lisa is desperate to carry on her affair with Jake but worries about keeping Zara quiet. Russ and Joe continue to tease Dannii about the differences between men and women. Sophie starts to get cold feet, whilst Justin is jealous of Ali's friendship with Nathan.

Joe is attacked by a gang of girls, which he attempts to keep secret from his friends. However, Dannii and Russ learn the truth, but Joe refuses to report them to the police. Lisa and Jake continue their illicit affair, but Lisa worries that Jake loves Becca more. Sophie anxiously waits for her date with Max. Nathan knocks on the Taylor-Burtons door wanting a kick about with Ali, but a jealous Justin tells Nathan that Ali isn't in.

Joe is still embarrassed about his attack. Max and Sophie are all loved up and can't stop texting each other. Jake throws a sickie and Lisa makes the most of pretending they're a 'real couple'. Ali and Justin can't believe their eyes when they find out Nathan's secret.

Ali is determined to find out what Nathan is hiding. O.B. is struggling to come up with ideas for Valentines Inc. and ropes Mel into lending a hand. Lisa is frustrated that Jake is going away to be with Becca and insists that she has to tell him how she feels before he leaves. Frankie is stunned when Johnno says he wants to meet her. Sam and Russ take a nervous Joe to The Dog in the Pond, watched by Dannii.

Craig supports his mum when she can't face seeing her divorce solicitor alone. Mel sets O.B. up on a blind date. Candy announces she's heading for a career in the fast lane... of a drive-through burger bar! Ali warns Justin to stay on the right side of Nathan.

Craig can't hide his anger with his dad for walking out on the family. Paula acts as go-between for Candy and Nicole but isn't completely accurate when delivering messages between her two friends. Justin gets hassle from Sally about his grades but the only extra effort he's putting on is on football pitch. O.B. thinks Mel looks a million dollars, but will she manage to win Ben over on their first date?

Sophie revels In her new-found love. A furious Mel storms off; O.B. tries to apologise but the damage is done. Becca tells Jake that she is more confident than ever that she belongs Hollyoaks with him. Justin is worried about Paula's interest in Ali.

Mandy returns to find Gnosh Village still closed. Jake visits Lisa in an attempt to soften her mood, but she is distraught at the thought of him spending the night with Becca. O.B. is pleased with Mel's interest in Valentines Inc., but that's not all she's interested in! Nathan wonders if Justin really has turned over a new leaf.

A wayward streak leads Lee back into the arms of the past. Tony was in Rome. Darren returned from Magaluf with a girl, Louise. Lee was bored of student life, So him and Bombhead entered a radio competition. Ben challenged Russ to a 10K run for Comic Relief. Abby returned to the village and bumped into Lee. Louise caused a stir throughout the village. Tony met a girl in Rome. Darren got a mystery call. Lee and Bombhead spent the day running round Liverpool. Mandy kept phoning Tony.

Mandy arrives in Rome in search of Tony, but will he want her back? Bombhead and Lee's quest leads to romance for Bombhead when he meets Cherry. Ben and Darren suffer from hangovers the morning after the night before.

A lovelorn Mandy visits a church in Rome in the hope of finding divine intervention over her true feelings for Tony. A distracted Bombhead and Lee continue their competition quest. Russ is amazed when he hears about Ben and Louise's secret tryst the previous evening.

Ben is sticking to his promise of helping Darren out of trouble. Bombhead couldn't be happier as he wakes on the beach to find Cherry next to him. Ben, Russ and Darren meet the loan sharks. All ready to hand the money over, the boys are shocked to discover who they're giving it to.

Thinking Mandy has left Rome, Tony feels isolated and lonely. Meanwhile, Bombhead discovers Cherry has left him a note explaining why she had to run out. Also, can Russ persuade Ben to put the past behind him and help Darren?

The new Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson arrive back in Hollyoaks. Mel is getting cold feet about Valentine's Inc., she's not sure that she's qualified to play Venus. Jake is annoyed when he gets a Valentine's card from Lisa - what if Becca had found out.

Mandy's furious when she finds out that Tony's not sure whether they're actually married or not. Ben is determined to make Darren pay as he begins a rigorous training scheme. Candy and Nicole quiz Paula about a Valentine's card she received but she refuses to name the sender. Lee and Bombhead investigate what women want from a man.

Justin is at odds with Richard after he stopped him taking the job at the football ground. Jake is worried when Becca and Lisa arrange to go on girly night out. Mandy didn't return home the previous night, leaving Tony worried for their relationship. Lee persuades Bombhead to join him in his efforts to get fit, and will Ali turn up for his "date" with Paula?

Can Mandy and Tony sort out their problems now their marriage is definitely legal? Max suggests that he and Sophie go on a double date with O.B. and Mel. Lee and Bombhead have got their work cut out getting into shape. An irate Paula wants answers about Ali's non-appearance at the date.

Mandy and Tony are both feeling nervous about the celebrations ahead. Becca is oblivious of the crush that Justin has on her. Lee and Bombhead are suffering from their previous physical exertions. Max and O.B. wonder how they can get round the problem that they can't tell the twins apart.

Justin's attentions are making Becca uncomfortable. Lee is shocked when Les receives a job offer in Norwich - do Sally and Les still have a future together? Zara and Lisa overindulge and have a raucous time, much to the chagrin of Cameron and Steph.

Justin's attentions are making Becca uncomfortable. Lee is shocked when Les receives a job offer in Norwich - do Sally and Les still have a future together? Zara and Lisa overindulge and have a raucous time, much to the chagrin of Cameron and Steph.

Russ tries to evade Dannii's questions about the lump on his testicle. Bombhead is delighted when Lee suggests that they should get a bachelor pad together. Toilet paper is in short supply in HCC halls as the mystery illness continues to grip the students. Max and O.B. have dates with the twins, but hatch an elaborate plan so they can watch the football, unaware that the girls have a plan of their own.

Sam says Russ needs to see a doctor but will Russ listen to his brother's advice? Zara soon realises there are more things to worry about when Lisa tells her some bad news; she's got Chlamydia. Lee is delighted to see Les come out of Sally's bedroom: it looks like their relationship is well and truly back on course!

Russ finally plucks up the courage to go to the clinic, but is uncomfortable when he's the only unaccompanied one there. Sally is in turmoil: should she move to Norwich with Les or stay at home with the kids? Lee is downbeat and Lisa has her own problems, but they both give their mum their blessing to move away. Ali is still winding Justin up about having a crush on Becca, but he vehemently denies it.

D-Day has arrived for Lisa, and it's time to tell Jake about her STI. Russ's frustrations continue to grow as the uncertainty over his future looms. Justin wakes with trepidation, as today's the day Darlene arrives home. The welcome home party is in full swing when Justin makes an appearance, but from Darlene's reaction, will he ever be forgiven.

Sam and Russ brace themselves for bad news.

Recriminations abound between Jake, Becca and Ben.

The students pool resources to face down their landlord.

Russell prepares for his operation.

Max and OB scent a chance to help Comic Relief

Nicole tries to persuade Russell to face the world again.

Harsh words fly between Jake's two other halves.

Hollyoaks Village is graced with the presence of celebrity.

Russ's patience with his brother finally snaps.

Tony injects some continental consciousness into Gnosh.

Jake finally comes clean about Lisa.

The return of the Mr Owen stuns Russell's brother.

Lee's endeavours to stage an Irish spectacular run aground.

Senor Hutchinson's latest TV endeavour goes awry.

The house is proving too small for all of the Taylor-Burtons and it's starting to get to the kids. Lisa needs someone to talk to, but Lee is out of his depth when it comes to her and Jake. Tony is furious when he finds out that his TV commercial has been sabotaged.

Lee and Lisa are upset with Ellie for taking the money off their mum. The bathroom rota at the Taylor-Burtons' is causing more arguments than ever. Tony is in full organisation mode to get the Easter Fair plans underway. O.B. finally comes up with an idea; an Easter egg hunt with a difference.

Can Lisa and Lee find their parents? The madness continues at the Taylor-Burtons' as Ali and Justin set up camp in the bathroom; the girls are not amused. Russell asks Dannii to help make Ellie feel better about herself. O.B. assures Max the egg is safely hidden where no-one will find it, but they're forgetting about Tom!

It's the day of the Easter egg hunt and Max and O.B. are in for a shock; the golden egg's gone missing! Ali and Justin reach a compromise with Darlene over the bathroom debacle after she turns the water off until she can use the toilet. The hunt for Les and Sally is still on with only a few addresses left before the trail grows cold.

Mandy and Tony are shocked to discover the devastation in the village. A suffering Justin and Ali are puzzled when they wake up in the same bed. The Hunters arrive home from Norwich and life settles back down to a normal, even keel. Out of a box with Chinese writing comes a packet of sparklers and, with the help of some matches, Tom looks set for an afternoon of fun...

Ben and Tom teeter on the windowsill; can they escape as the flames continue to consume the house? Lee and Lisa continue to worry about telling Les and Sally the truth over Ellie's disappearance. Darlene, Justin and Ali continue to feel hard done by after being grounded for their loutish behaviour.

Ben and Tom recover in hospital following the fire. Tony puts Ali, Darlene and Justin to work. The Hunters disagree over Ellie.

Les is seething after finding out about Lisa's affair with Jake. To add to their troubles, the impending visit by the social worker is worrying Max; he might still lose Tom. When Ben sees the depth of Max's gratitude, he realises the true worth of his sacrifice. Darlene, Justin and Ali are Tony's slaves for a day as punishment for their rampage through the village.

Tom overhears Max wonder about what to do with him and, believing that he is no longer wanted, packs his things into a Pepe Poodle bag and runs away from home. Jake tries to put things right with Becca, but she rejects him. Les makes things right with Lisa. Darlene feels guilty when Justin and Ali play an April Fools joke on Tony.

Max and Mandy panic when Tom goes missing.

Ben rues the way his injury prevents him helping search for Tom.

A storm is raised when Steph and Craig take their mum out.

Max and OB widen their search for Tom.

The return of Ben's dad is much welcomed.

Steph is smitten by the prospect of her mum and Will getting together.

Max accuses OB of saying he was responsible for the fire.

Max and Mandy squabble over their respective duties.

Becca does her best to make Jake feel uncomfortable.

Lee and Bombhead come face to face with a new student.

Tom is beginning to take advantage of Tony and Mandy's goodwill. When Steph breaks the tap in the bathroom, Jake is called on to bail his siblings out of trouble once again. It's the day before Russ's birthday and he's looking forward to seeing his dad. The students are intrigued by their new flatmate, Jez.

Frankie goes on a date with the plumber. The Owens celebrate Russ's 21st birthday, but Sam is livid that Russ has invited their dad to the meal. Zara is convinced Jez is royalty and decides to exploit him. O.B. is wary of Max's initial reaction to him turning up, but he's missed Tom and wants to see him.

The atmosphere's strained between Russ and Sam following their argument the night before. Zara is on a mission to blow Jez's royal presence at HCC and writes her article to accompany the picture of him snogging Steph. Tom is still refusing to go to school, what can Mandy and Max do with him? Frankie is feeling down after her disastrous date and having bill after bill she can't pay.

Max and O.B. are fighting a losing battle to get Tom back to school. Jack hotfoots it round to apologise to Frankie. The halls are a hive of activity with the students looking forward to meeting the Queen - everyone except Zara, that is.

Both Mandy and Max are finding their moving day stressful, especially since Max is saddled with the added stress of looking after Tom, who's still refusing to go to school. Max discovers Tom's little secret, which leads directly into Tony and Mandy's world. Nicole remains convinced that her mum and dad still love each other. Frankie puts an end to finding a new lover.

Ben is worried he hasn't had a chance to tell Jake they're selling the house and despairs at the mess the Deans have made. Russ gets the all clear from the hospital. Zara is horrified when her article on Jez is published after she told the printers to cancel it. Tom refuses to go to school and locks himself in his room; he refuses to come out until he gets a dog. Mr. Osborne admits that hiring Frankie has certainly been a great help.

Jack isn't best pleased to have his house invaded by the Deans' - they're eating him out of house and home. Max is pleased with himself for finally getting Tom off to school without a fuss, helped by a little bit of bribery. Nicole is delighted when her dad turns up and is eager to hear how his meal with Carrie went the previous night. Elsewhere, the students plan their outfits for the Polo party on Friday, but Zara is refusing to go.

Nicole confides in Ali how much she wants her mum and dad to get back together again. Tony remains convinced a poltergeist is haunting their new flat, how else can they explain the strange goings on? The students begin their preparations for Jez's forthcoming Polo Party when Lee offers to give them all makeovers. Craig turns to Darren for help over the Deans' homeless situation, and to his surprise, finds a willing listener.

Justin is finding life boring and confides in Ali that he needs some excitement. Nicole remains convinced her mum and dad will get back together, but Russ, however, has reservations. Lee and Cameron's imaginations get the better of them when they fantasise over the posh girls they could meet at tomorrow's Polo Party. Darren and Frankie have a heart to heart and seem to be getting along splendidly, much to Steph's disgust. Mandy is being driven insane by Tony, who is still convinced that he's losing his mind.

The day has arrived for the Polo Party and excitement is running high. Frankie is mortified having to face Darren after he made a pass at her. Sam continues to cause unease at the Owens' over his decision to block his dad out. Mandy and Tony both feel under the weather with a dramatic Tony fearing the worst over his mystery ailment.

Mandy is shell-shocked to discover that she's pregnant. Ben is bored - it's Bank Holiday and he's got no plans. Will Sam join his brother and dad on their day out? Justin finds himself bullied into following Macki and his gang as they cause chaos at the May Day event.

Sam and Russ prepare for their rock-climbing trip with Mr. Owen. Louise on her first day at work demands to know why Lisa is trespassing on college property and Darren is shocked to see Louise. Ali can't understand why Justin is still friends with Macki. Tony walks on eggshells around Mandy, not wanting to upset her.

Nicole regales Justin with tales of her dad's heroic rescue of Sam. Dannii is sick of living in a dump, but Zara and Joe are more concerned about playing Jez's computer game. Tony is surprised to discover Mandy has wasted no time in booking her abortion as they both continue to hide their true feelings towards parenthood. The atmosphere is uncomfortable between Lisa and Ben after their near-kiss.

Mandy and Tony continue to hide their true feelings over their unborn baby. Ben goes for a drink with Louise. She's just the distraction he needs to take his mind off Lisa. Macki intimidates Ali and Nicole. Cameron is wary of Bombhead's plans to help Russ; he's not sure it's a good idea to make Russ's life public!

Darlene is furious when she sees Macki racially taunting Ali. Ben is put in an awkward position when Lisa arrives at his flat, with Louise still there from the night before. Sam and Russ resolve to try to put their troubles behind them. Mandy and Tony head off to the hospital, having decided not to have the baby... or any baby for that matter.

Mandy and Tony are blissfully happy, although a little apprehensive having decided to keep the baby. Lisa quizzes Ben about Louise and is satisfied that nothing's going on between them, but she can't help ranting on about her. Darlene can't forgive Justin for standing by and watching Ali get abused by Macki. Darren feels a little awkward as he returns to The Dog in the Pond - it's the first time he's been back since he made a pass at Frankie.

The students continue their election campaign.

It all gets too much for Lisa.

Another playground tussle ensues.

Nicole makes a new friend.

Macki lines up an explosive end of the week.

Becca edges towards reconciliation with her ex.

Another round of sparring kicks off in the Village.

Jeremy beats some revision tips into Zara.

Sam's mum and dad struggle to keep their reunion a secret.

Lisa moves on to yet another new man.

Rehearsals for Steph's monologue take a dramatic turn.

Lisa and Ben are at loggerheads.

Steph isn't sure whether she's seeing double.

Frankie helps her daughter piece together the night before.

Louise embarks on one last desperate gamble.

Ben has a ticket to ride.

Ben and Lisa take a turn in the freezing June surf.

It's panic stations when Louise suspects Ben's designs on Lisa.

Justin pays lip service to Becca.

Bombhead continues his quest to find his dad.

Good feeling is not running on tap at The Dog.

Craig single-handedly scoops a new set of wheels.

There's a surfeit of coupling at the Hunters residence.

Craig falls foul of Old Man Osborne.

Becca frets about Justin's obsessive behaviour.

Full disclosure lies in store for Tony.

Tony is enlightened by the advice in the pregnancy book, but is taking it all a little too far. Lisa is in trouble with her parents when they find out about her behaviour at college - what was she thinking, attacking a member of staff? Russ is on a mission to get fit. Justin is determined to enter the adult world and there's nothing anyone can do to stop him.

Mandy and Tony have their very own virtual baby. Joe and Jez have to find themselves somewhere to stay next year after they lose their place in halls. It's Lee's big day for his prize giving at college, but Lisa's problems are overshadowing him. Darren wonders how he got himself involved in the charity bike race, but is horrified when he realises just how far it is.

Mandy and Tony have had a frantic night looking after their virtual baby, it's not as easy as they originally thought. Lisa and Ben try to make the most of their time together, but it's not exactly the time alone that Lisa was hoping for when Louise turns up. As Craig's cunning plan looks set to make the Osbornes the winners, has Jack destroyed any chance they might have had? After promising Liz, Becca has a word with Justin about his decision to leave school, but she's secretly relieved, if he does leave, she's off the hook.

The Osbornes and the Owens continue on their journey as the charity bike race is in full swing. Mandy and Tony have settled into the virtual baby routine and everything is going well. Bombhead continues searching for his dad, but he's despondent as everything he tries leads to a dead end. Becca is angry when she finds out that Lisa stayed over at the flat with Ben and bans her from ever coming back.

Lisa continues to feel betrayed by Ben's secret meeting with Louise. Becca realises the situation with Justin isn't going away, especially now he's informed her he wants to leave school so they can be together. Competition continues to grow between the Owens' and Osbornes' as the bike race moves into the second and final day. A stunned Jake is left reeling when Johnno makes a shock appearance back in Hollyoaks.

The reappearance of Mr Dean prompts dilemmas in The Dog.

Lee gets infected by an irresistable idea.

Clan warfare breaks over the beer mats.

Mandy reacquaints herself with the floor.

Jake jovially jousts with Becca's emotions.

Mrs. Taylor is on the warpath over her trauma at the Foxx Hunter Health Haven. An anxious Sam and Zara line up to get the results of their first year law exams. Resting is fast turning into a drag for Mandy. Ali is over the moon when Nicole says "yes"... little does he realise she doesn't think it's a proper date.

Lee is devastated at the demise of the Foxx Hunter Health Haven. Mr. Owen comforts Sam about not getting his placement at the law firm. O.B. embarks on a new business venture at Drive 'n' Buy - a summer extravaganza with turf, brollies and barbies. Sophie and Darlene are job searching in Chester.

Sam has set off to meet Jules in the park. It's only when Max explains Tony's to blame for her overspending - having her living like a prisoner - that Mandy's guilt relents. Ali is trying on his dad's tux when Justin walks in. Becca cleans the flat frantically, nervous about the arrival of Nancy.

The school prom has arrived, and not before time for Ali, Nicole and Justin. It's Dannii, Russ and Joe's turn to pick up the results for their first year. Lee and Stacey are elated after a heavy night of rain has proved that their gazebo is waterproof. Mandy tells Max she can't face showing Tony the gold card statement.

Becca wants to know where Nancy got the booze at the prom. It's no surprise to Mrs. Taylor that Mel hasn't got a present for her birthday. Joe and Dannii are still gutted about the cancelled college ball. Nicole notices a sign in Washed Up's window: 'Part-time Assistant Required'.

Jake is still shell-shocked by Justin's claim that he slept with Becca. Is Mandy's love of shopping getting out of control? Lee tries to persuade his parents that beauty therapy is an honest profession. Max evicts his best friend O.B. from Drive 'n' Buy. The students prepare for the raft race.

Rivalry is building between Russ and Sam, and Dannii and Joe ahead of the raft race. Frankie is desperate to know why Jake is still sleeping in the van. Lee finds it hard to focus on his work after a sequinned bra falls out of Stacey's bag. Sophie is mad with Mel for turning up to the raft race hung over.

Bombhead is delighted that Stacey is out of the picture after yesterday's fiasco, but he's still feeling down with no news about his dad. Tony's constant smothering is making Mandy claustrophobic, so she shares her frustrations with Max. Craig has an idea when Jake talks passionately about his garden designs. Nicole is horrified when Frankie tells her she's leaving her on her own at Washed Up all day!

Tony and Mandy are furious to discover the travellers have arrived en masse overnight and set up camp in the yard. Nancy plans to give Becca the best birthday ever, in the hope she'll let her stay on in Hollyoaks. The SU Bar is a hive of activity with Darren on a mission to make the Summer Ball a success.

Mel wakes up hung over in a police cell and can't remember what happened last night. Nancy prepares a birthday breakfast for Becca - surely she'll let her stay after such star treatment. After guarding Il Gnosh from those pesky travellers, Tony awakes stiff-necked and tired, only to be confronted by a shark!

Tony manages to control Mandy's spending, but has less luck with Sheba the dog. Joe is incensed to learn his mum is back with his drunken, violent dad; there's no way he's going home for the summer now. Sophie is fuming when she discovers Mel passed out on the couch with just a half-eaten kebab for company. Nicole's tedious day at Washed Up is brightened up by the whirlwind return of Nancy.

Mel tells tales of her time in prison to a captive SU audience, while Joe, Jez and Dannii hunt for work. Tom is pretending to be a dog, so Tony sets out to reveal to the world the true horror of Sheba. Becca does her best to re-market Jake, starting with a new tie, as he prepares to meet the parents.

Mel is mortified as she is forced to do the walk of shame across the village. Jake is deeply anxious as he and Becca set out to meet her parents. Tony delightedly looks out of Il Gnosh; the police are here and Sheba is gone. Joe, Jez and Dannii sleep in on their first day of work - not a great start!

Jake is just about managing to keep up with the Haytons when the unthinkable happens, the Deans roll up in Craig's limo. Despite her better instincts, Sophie is trying to cover for Mel. Joe is annoyed with himself for letting his work slip. Steph is delighted when Nancy recognises her from the Prunella billboards.

Rory's dog is looking distinctly drowsy and he thinks Tony could be responsible. Nicole is working in Washed Up when a stranger walks in... Conor, Rory's brother. Bombhead can't believe everyone's forgotten his birthday; first Lee, busy at the health farm, and now Sally. The Deans return to Hollyoaks, with Jake still furious at his mum.

Mandy welcomes Tony home from his night in the cells, unaware he's been brawling not with Rory but with his younger brother. Becca's wedding fantasy is no expense spared; Frankie's reality is £287.76. Bombhead is pleased to receive a belated birthday card from Lee, but he's careful not to show the Hunters, not wanting to draw attention to the fact they've forgotten his birthday. Mel is petrified when she's called in for her STI test results.

Liz takes a stand against the travellers by handcuffing herself to the gate, but Rory gets the upper hand when he finds the key. Craig takes Darlene on a limousine ride, and admits his feelings for her. Nancy and Nicole enjoy an outing with Conor. Joe's live model window display goes spectacularly.

Liz's protest ends with her arrest, and when Inspector Blake mistakes Sophie for Mel, she is arrested too! Tony's efforts to get rid of the travellers backfire and Gnosh Village is closed by a health inspector. Becca and Jake set the date for their wedding - 25th August.

Tony puts the world to rights from his hospital bed.

Pre-nuptial nervousness envelops Becca.

Macki reminds Ali and Darlene it'll be a long hot summer.

Jake digs for victory.

Tony receives a dressing down.

Craig gets the hump when Jake gets all the glory for Garden in an instant. Bombhead is delirious to hear that his private investigator has found his dad. Max is having an off day and is left wondering why he can't get a girl. Justin returns from football camp to be greeted by Macki. And the students are greeted by a new arrival.

Ali is worried about Justin carrying a knife. An upbeat Bombhead heads to Shrewsbury in search of his dad. Max wants to impress Sophie but is having an image crisis. Lisa and Ben fool around at the Hunters', assuming that everyone's out. But Ben can't bring himself to tell Lisa he's agreed to be Jake's best man; how long can he keep this guilty secret.

Tensions between Frankie and Becca escalate, but some comments from Frankie result in her getting trifle in her face. Bombhead is disappointed when he overhears Sally say that the letter was their only lead. Ali and Darlene are hesitant to leave the house with the threat of Macki, whilst Zara and Jez are annoyed with Cameron's constant cleaning.

Bombhead is struggling to cope with the disappointment of not finding his dad and reaches a decision about his future. Callum asks Ben to come to the SU Bar with the lads, but Ben isn't keen. Frankie is still reeling form Becca's outburst over the wedding reception. Justin is desperate to get the knife back from Richard but hasn't a clue where's he's hidden it.

Darlene is pushed too far when confronted by Macki, and Macki gets revenge by getting his gang to viciously attack Ali. Frankie continues to infuriate Becca over the wedding plans. Zara and Jez try to win Cameron over, to no avail. Sally is annoyed when Lee causes Les to develop an interest in the salon.

Mandy is spectator to another round of Tony and Max sparring.

A poker night at The Dog sends spirits higher, then lower.

Justin tries to warn his mate off drastic action.

Macki goes over a few points with his nemesis.

There's distressing news for Justin and Co.

Sophie seeks comfort on the shop floor.

Last-minute nerves rock the Hayton household.

Sam has trouble getting to the point.

Nuptials break out all round the Village.

Justin is presented with some cutting remarks.

Andy comes to Sam's rescue.

A new arrival takes up residency in The Dog.

Ladies flock to the side of Mr Owen.

Nicole decides to confide in Nancy.

A kitchen sink melodrama kicks off at the Owens.

Justin receives a special escort to Ali's funeral.

First night nerves threaten to get the better of Nicole.

Steph courts disaster with Her Majesty's Finest.

Darlene tries to talk sense into her father.

A face from the past washes up in the Village.

A gloomy Ben and Lisa struggle to find somewhere to live.

Becca is dismayed by the realities of married life.

Joe lets his neuroses go to his head.

The morning after bodes ill for Dannii.

Lee discovers a jaunty python's trying circus.

Tony and Dominic meet up with Victoria - is she just Tony's mum, or Dominic's as well? The Pit Stop and the salon are dead, but Lee remains naively optimistic. Sally gets a call from the estate agent. Jake heads out to try and save his job, but Becca is preoccupied with her letter from Justin. Frankie and Jack return from their honeymoon all loved up, but Darren is less than impressed.

Tony is looking to the future... and that does not involve Dominic. If Mandy wants The Loft, she's going to have to make Becca homeless. Becca knows Jake isn't happy about Nancy staying with them, but she also has sisterly loyalties to think of. Becca decides to visit Justin on Thursday; the sisters tell Jake that she is going to Nancy's school that day. Darren is unnerved by the presence of the mystery urn. Russ is determined to get one up on Andy, and sets him a swimming challenge, which Andy gladly takes up.

Mandy bites the bullet and tells Becca and Jake about selling their flat. Justin focuses on his impending trial, but struggles to adjust to prison life. Dannii is happy to see Russ in the SU Bar, but when she spots Sam, she's eager to get back to serving the customers. O.B. pours the ashes down the sink, unaware he's just washed someone away.

Becca visits Justin in the young offenders institute, but doesn't tell Jake. Sally and Les stun the boys by asking them to move to Cyprus with them. The Hunters look forward to their futures, not sure what each will hold. Craig's relief soon turns to despair when he opens the urn.

Mandy convinces Tony to put away his Loft ambitions for one day, and at least say goodbye to Dominic before he flies out of his life. Becca is stunned when Jake tells her they can squat, and Nancy is up for the idea. Justin ignores Dean and writes a letter to Becca, begging her to come and visit him again. Jack warns Craig he'd better have the urn back in The Dog in the Pond; the owner is collecting it today.

Justin goes on the run.

Old Man Hutchinson engages his mouth before his brain.

A new Villager makes a meal of things.

Tony continues his one-man protest.

How long can Justin evade the long arm of the law?

Joe and Dannii are irked by their new flatmate.

Sophie and Mel try a dual approach to the Justin problem.

Nancy receives attention from an unlikely quarter.

Andy readies himself for the Freshers ball.

Hannah, another new face, doorsteps the Ashworths.

Becca and Mel clash hard over Justin. Steph, Jessica and Olivia find them with issues in romance. Rhys searches for the 'mystery girl', whilst Lisa and Sally make amends.

Becca is left fearful as Justin is still to be found. Nancy and Hannah meet fellow Hollyoaks Comprehensive student Sarah Barnes. Tony has Max and Dom compete for the theme for The Loft's re-opening, whilst Steph is left jealous by Olivia and Jessica meeting Cameron.

Becca feels that she has done wrong by both Jake and Justin. Nancy finds herself let down after she ignores Hannah's advice about Rhys. Olivia undergoes a makeover, whilst Tony makes a decision as to whose idea to go for with The Loft's re-opening.

Mandy is infuriated as Tony continues to acknowledge that Dom's plans for The Loft are a good idea. Sarah lies to Rhys as they go on their first date. Darlene leaves Becca thinking over Justin, whilst Steph is left jealous by Cameron dancing with Olivia.

Becca is frightened when she comes face-to-face with Justin, who manages to get away despite Jake's attempts. Sarah is horrified to learn that Rhys is Hannah's sister, and Sarah is Hannah's schoolfriend. Tony takes full responsibility over the opening night, and Max, O.B. and Dom are left annoyed.

Cameron and Steph try their best to hide their relationship from Zara. Nicole is stunned when she comes face-to-face with Justin. Hannah orders Rhys to stop speaking to Sarah, whilst Tony feels left out as Dom and Mandy take over the plans for The Loft's opening.

Mandy is left petrified when she goes into labour, two months prematurely. Zara gets Steph to tell her about her secret relationship with Cameron (despite already knowing about it). Rhys and Sarah struggle to keep apart from each other.

The stress of the situation starts to hit Russ and Sophie. Tony and Mandy worry for their unborn baby. Hannah is caught in the middle of Rhys and Sarah, whilst Nicole and Justin grow closer whilst on the run.

Mandy and Tony are informed that Mandy will need to have labour induced early. Nicole refuses to let Justin give up the fight for his freedom. Max and O.B. worry as Dom arbitrarily changes plans for The Loft's opening night, whilst Joe adamantly tells an unconvinced Russ and Andy that he can win Louise over.

Justin finds himself cornered by the police. Mandy fears that the baby will die and refuses to see her. Joe is confused by Louise's change in behaviour, unaware that she has had her drink spiked. Freddy tells Zara of his feelings for her, whilst Josh and his cousin Fletch attempt to scare Sarah and Hannah.

Nicole shakes her family with a declaration of intent.

The patter of tiny feet dismays Mandy.

Olivia and Jessica try their hand at waitressing.

Steph receives some unlikely advice.

Joe has trouble stomaching a few home truths.

Who's playing the ghoul at the Halloween fancy dress party?

Max attempts to fathom why Mandy has fallen out with her baby.

Justin's back behind bars.

Sally tries and fails to fall under the influence.

It's time to wave goodbye to two familiar faces.

Sam and Andy make preparations for the next 'This Way Up' jump by scouting the roof of HCC. Lee's bachelor paradise is fast becoming a rancid dung heap, but he's still too afraid to leave Pit Stop for fear of meeting Chris. Louise's revelation that she believes she was spiked takes Becca's mind off the prospect of Justin's trial. After their failure to capture them naked on film yesterday, Josh and Fletch are now determined to get Sarah and Nancy in front of the camera. Can the boys talk themselves out of this one, or has all-out war just been declared by the girls?

The tag from Andy and Sam's latest 'This Way Up' jump has the whole of HCC in awe, with the exception of Louise. Sarah, Hannah and Nancy are planning their revenge on Josh and Fletch for the video incident. Lee is still cowering away from the pressures of being student president. As Chris wheedles his way into a desperate Lee's favour, Bombhead is left suspecting that this old foe still can't be trusted.

It's the morning after the night before for Andy and Sam, and they're full of it after their latest conquests. Justin's agonising week-long wait for Becca to return to the Young Offenders' Institution is over. Becca departs, leaving Justin with just the faint glimmer of hope that, perhaps, his love is not altogether unrequited. Lee is delighted at having Chris around in his team of crack advisers, but Bombhead still doesn't trust his motives.

Mandy is still unable to bond with her baby, and Dominic cautiously tries to find a way to broach the subject with Tony. Sam is eager for the next adventure with Andy, but the pair get their wires crossed. Craig is eager to talk to Darlene about their relationship, but finds that her mind is on other things.

It's Mandy's birthday, and Tony has bought her loads of presents - for the baby. Justin is getting advice from both sides of the law, fellow offender Dean in the Young Offenders' Institution, and his defence barrister. When the prison officer grabs him and takes him away, things look worse than ever for Justin.

Josh and Fletch pussy-foot around in the woods.

The boy Burton is under interrogation.

Max endeavours to offer his step-sister some solace.

A crucial witness takes the stand.

Justin awaits the final verdict.

Sam is distressed by Andy's nonchalence.

Jessica receives more obsessive correspondence.

Lee tries and fails to keep his empire under control.

There's clowning around in the SU Bar.

Louise thinks she knows what really happened to Dannii.

Cameron struggles to stomach the leftovers.

Bombhead meets his dad - and his new mum.

St Andrew's night prompts some unusual alliances.

Sam ruminates while Dannii riles.

Bombhead flies out of the Village.

Andy sweet-talks himself an ally.

Freddy tempts Zara with a bit of cyber crime.

OB and Craig believe they've hit on the perfect Christmas gift.

News of Nicole's conquest spreads.

Lee fights fire with fire - literally.

Sam receives a deputation of fearsome females.

Cameron surprises Steph with his musical prowess.

Sam answers a few questions.

Josh and Fletch are counselled in the ways of the world.

A new face joins the ranks of Chez Hutchinson.

Tony and Dominic indulge in some straight-talking.

The Ashworths struggle to appease their housebound relative.

You hum it, Cameron'll play it

Mandy is reconciled with her child.

Justin receives an unexpected Christmas present.

The Osbornes clean up after the night before.

Max and OB have a disagreement of business interests.

The brothers Hutchinson ruminate over much feud for thought.

A sort of homecoming for Liz, Mel and Sophie.

Mel chooses her own method of ringing out the old.