Nick is still serious about handing in his notice. Archie tries to persuade him not to. Sarah is going into Hotten to buy the drink for her party. Archie rings Social Services about childcare. Chris calls at the market and asks Eric if he can get him an old fireplace for Mill Cottage, reminding him that the haulage firm do a lot of business with the market and he does not want to be ripped off. Jack is eager to get an invite to the underwear party. When Sarah insults him he reminds her that she is forty next week. He asks what she wants to do, but she doesn't want to make a fuss. Archie visits Nick just as he is about to tell Frank that he is going to have to resign. Frank is sorry for him, but accepts his decision. Archie steps in and says that Social Services will pay for his taxis and c