Series 39

The Slaters throw a New Year's Eve party, where Eve sets about befriending Nish and Stacey worries that Harvey is about to propose to her mum when she sees him with a ring-sized box. That all pales into insignificance, however, when the guests start collapsing. Phil is thrilled to see in 2023 with his family, although his good mood is short-lived. Ricky tells Sonia he is going back to Germany. Chelsea implores Whitney to make a move on Zack.

The Slaters deal with the fallout from New Year’s Eve. Kat fears the consequences of Phil’s actions, and Nish is determined to strike a deal.

Kat faces a desperate plight, and Suki counsels caution to hot-headed Nish.

Phil desperately searches for a solution, Billy makes a life-changing decision, and Stacey is determined to get the truth.

Phil takes matters into his own hands, but will he be in time? Vinny fights for a role in the Panesar family business.

Martin is stunned by what he learns, a blast from the past rattles Zack, and Ricky Jr lashes out at Jack.

Zack’s world is turned upside down, Stacey is determined to keep her word, and Denise plans to put the spark back into her marriage.

Zack shatters Whitney’s dreams, the Slaters face serious money problems, and an impromptu party at Number 27 ends in a massive row.

Denise seeks solace in the bottle and a new friend. Sharon is desperate to find out why Zack’s a mess, and Lola and Jay have a big announcement.

Zack gets ready to take responsibility. Denise tries to make a problem disappear. Alfie hits upon a money-making idea.