As the dust settles on another series of eventful New Year's Day celebrations, some of the neighbors are in contemplative mood, while for the rest, life will never be quite the same again. Martin drives an unconscious Keanu to a warehouse.
Ben agrees to join Phil, Lisa, Louise and Peggy in moving to Portugal. However he has a change of heart at the eleventh hour and decides to stay to be with Callum and Lexi.
Sharon continues to grieve for Denny. Ian must deal with guilt and fear. Dotty makes a play to get what she wants. Lola and Jay could have their lives changed. Gray's law firm wants results and paying clients. Keegan tries to move on.
Shirley grows suspicious of Suki's behavior and speaks to Jean, leading to an argument. As Gray and Kush set off for court, the solicitor subtly seeds doubts in his client's mind about the plea. Whitney tries to keep her cool.
Jean uncovers the truth. Jay has plans involving Lola. Mick and Linda try to turn the page. Gray thinks he can't help Whitney, takes it out on Chantelle.