EastEnders: Pauline's annoyed when Sonia and Martin head for the chippy after she has prepared lunch. Sonia realises that Pauline's annoyance doesn't stem from the lunch arrangements and Pauline tells them that she's upset because they didn't tell her they saw her granddaughter. Martin tries to talk to Pauline but Sonia is unable to keep out of the discussion and it turns into a personal argument. Pauline sends Martin out while she talks to Sonia.Minty and Garry decide not to meet Alfie for a drink as planned, as they feel that Alfie will crow about his success at speed-dating. They decide to lock themselves in the Arches for a slim-line lunch and follow the advice given in the book How to Meet Your Mate.Pauline tells Sonia that she should be putting her daughter first but Sonia insists she should be left in peace. She snaps at Pauline telling her to let go and accept her mothering days are over. Sonia says Chloe can contact her if she wants when she's older but Pauline thinks it will be too late then. She begs Sonia to let her see Chloe. Sonia is forced to confess how she lied her way in and how they're not welcome there. Pauline continues to argue so Sonia screams at her than Chloe is gone and that's the end of it.Elsewhere, Alfie and Little Mo both find it hard to hide their delight when they realise that neither of them has a new partner. Ruby tells Stacey about her meeting with Tina but Stacey gives less than positive advice. They go around the market stalls and Stacey helps herself to items. When Martin catches them he yells for everyone to see. Tina spots the argument and offers to pay for the stolen fruit. Ruby smiles at her for helping and is touched by her gesture.

Starring:

Adam Woodyatt, Barbara Windsor, John Bardon, June Brown, Letitia Dean, Pam St Clement, Patsy Palmer, Perry Fenwick, Ross Kemp, Steve McFadden, Todd Carty, Wendy Richard

Genre:

Drama