Episode 6145 (12 October 2020)

Summary[]

Linda worries that Mick is being distant so goes to find Tina, who reassures her that his behaviour has nothing to do with her. Ben shares his concerns with Callum about Phil seeing Raymond, and what will happen if Denise finds out - but unknown to them, Lexi overhears their conversation. Gray encourages Whitney to tell the truth in her final statements, while Jean and Kat are shocked by a photo of Ruby and Martin on social media, and try to keep the news from Stacey.

A tearful Whitney phones Bianca.

Linda notices a change in Mick's behaviour.

Phil does not care about Ben opinions on him visiting Raymond.

Sonia begs Gray to talk to Whitney and persuade her to plead not guilty, but Gray refuses to.

Linda visits Tina at the Prince Albert to discuss her concerns over Mick. Frankie eavesdrops. Tina asks Frankie to look after the Prince Albert and takes Linda to the café to reassure her.

Ben expresses his concerns to Callum over Phil being hurt if Raymond is taken away, adding that he has forgotten about Denise's feelings as he is so fixed on winning Ellie over. Lexi listens in on their conversation from the hallway.

Kat learns that Martin and Ruby are married thanks to social media. She and Jean wonder what to do, knowing that Stacey intends to build bridges with Martin when he and Ruby return.

Denise snaps at Lola in the salon when she drops sterilised equipment.

Kathy is angry when she turns up at the Prince Albert, only to find it unmanned.

Frankie meets Mick at the park.

Martin and Ruby return. Stacey rushes over and tells Martin that she knows why he lied to her and wants them to try again. She is speechless upon learning they have wedded.

Frankie is upset when she hears Mick apologising to Max for having a go at him and assumes he cheated on her mother. She returns to the Prince Albert where an unimpressed Tina asks her what her game is. Frankie reveals her mother is Katy Lewis, which thrills Tina, who instantly recognises the name, as she was her and Mick's care worker. Tina insists on taking Frankie to lunch so they can talk about her more.

Gray notices a seemingly defeated Whitney in the Square and gives her some words of wisdom.

Lola complains to Jay about Denise's earlier outburst. Lexi explains what she heard Ben talking to Callum about.

Tina gathers Linda, Mick and Shirley at the Vic to tell them about Katy. Shirley sarcastically brands her "Saint Katy" and notices Mick is uncomfortable talking about her. Tina recalls how Mick was 12 years old when he developed a crush on Katy. Frankie is horrified upon realising her mother abused Mick, but Mick is confused and claims the situation was not how she thinks it was.

Credits[]

Main cast[]

Locations[]

Albert Square
The Queen Victoria - Public
25 Albert Square - Kitchen
29B Albert Square - Living room/kitchen
31 Albert Square - Kitchen
Bridge Street Market
Kathy's Café
Fox & Hair
The Prince Albert
Walford Park
55 Victoria Road - Kitchen, living/dining room and hallway

Notes[]

This episode was filmed with social distancing rules being observed by both cast and production crew, even when the actors were playing family members or characters of a shared residence. The episode was also shortened to twenty minutes to facilitate new filming techniques.
This episode aired at the slightly later time of 8.05pm.
Radio Times synopsis: Gray encourages Whitney to tell the truth in her final statements, while Jean and Kat are shocked by a photo of Ruby and Martin on social media.
Viewing Figures: First UK broadcast - 4,510,000 viewers (chart placing unknown).