06/08/2024

The Archers

Fallon and Harrison enjoy a walk and discuss Ed’s plans for Emma’s birthday, with Harrison pointing out that Saturday Night Fever is from the 70s, not 80s! They’re horrified by litter and as they plan to come back to clear it, Fallon mentions her idea to try and take on one of the outlets at the EV charging station. Harrison’s distracted as Alice appears. Remembering their legal obligations Harrison makes his excuses and leaves. Fallon apologises to Alice as she heads off. Later Fallon challenges Harrison and reminds him about what she was saying, about the EV station. What does he think? He’s non-committal – it’s Fallon’s decision – which leaves her feeling that he just doesn’t care.

Alistair bumps into Alice, who’s looking forward to being back at work soon. She mentions seeing someone hanging around outside the Vet practice, so Alistair investigates and challenges the person before realising it’s John – Paul’s Dad. John’s here to see Paul and lays into Alistair about how much he and Denise have hurt Paul. Alistair tries to defend himself, but only winds John up further, before John storms off and slams the gate off its hinges. Alistair invites John inside to discuss things properly. Over a whiskey things are calmer, but still tense. John drops his guard and admits he’s frightened and asks Alistair if he is serious about Denise. If not, John will fight for her. Alistair is emphatic – he loves Denise. John makes to go but finds it in him to help Alistair fix the gate.