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17/03/2009

Tom is the bearer of bad tidings.

Helen discusses the plans for a wetland ecosystem to treat Bridge Farm's waste with their consultant, Kelvin. Meanwhile, Tony goes with Tom to look for Harry the boar, who's caused damage in Lower Wood. They have no luck finding Harry. It's just something else for Tom to worry about.

Pat's surprised to learn from Jennifer that Tom's plan to buy Brian out isn't going ahead. It's the first Pat's heard of it. Tom admits that his partner was going to be Matt but he's pulled out. Pat's amazed that Tom placed his trust in Matt after what he'd done to their family. Tom feels that was different but realises now how untrustworthy Matt is.

While Pat goes to see Kelvin's suggested site for the waste system, Tom tells Helen his news. Helen's equally shocked. Tom knows he's up against it in the current financial climate but he's still got to try to find a way of buying Brian out.

Tony can't believe Tom's been so stupid. When he learns that Brenda's also lost her job, he agrees with Helen that it sounds like Matt's feeling the pinch. Tony thinks it's about time - it couldn't happen to a nicer guy.

Episode written by Keri Davies.

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 18 Mar 200914:00

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  • Tue 17 Mar 200919:00
  • Wed 18 Mar 200914:00

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