Steph feels tired of Des' boyishness and is attracted to Simon, so she decides to phone him behind Des' back. Sandra asks Alec to meet Victoria from her boarding school and put he up whilst she and Tim attend the funeral in Whitby. Mike tells Deirdre that Phil turned Jackie against him, and told her about their affair. Mike tells her Phil is financially in ruin. Deirdre reminds him that he did trick Jackie; Phil only told her the truth. Liz tells Deirdre that Phil lost her £200 at cards. Angie tells Reg that Rita is angry that he might buy No. 3 and the thought of Rita's wrath puts Reg off No. 3. Don search for Phil vain.