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Sunday 9 September 2012 One hour episode
Kirsty is irked when she notices Tyrone watching Tommy return home on crutches with sympathy clearly visible in his eyes. Tina's about to have a go at her but Rita advises her to keep her dignity. Tina finds herself close to ignoring this advice when Jason arrives with the news that he's had to accept Julie's offer on the flat. Tina leaves the flat in a rage. Later, Tommy's surprised when Tyrone turns up eager to end all acrimony. However, while they shake hands, Tina has finally tracked Kirsty down. She flies at her all guns blazing, unaware of what her actions will lead to.
In the Rovers, Tina's shocked to have made Kirsty's waters break as Marcus worries that there won't be time to call an ambulance. The baby's on its way. Tommy, meanwhile, is telling Tyrone he's certain that Tina will be chuffed that they've made up. When Tyrone arrives at the pub and Tina offers her help, Kirsty screams she wants her nowhere near her or her baby. Tyrone wonders why but is soon distracted as Kirsty's contractions speed up. Outside, Tina feels worse when Rita has a go at her. She warned her to steer clear of Kirsty and now her actions have put an unborn baby at risk. Eventually, Marcus manages to deliver the baby as the paramedics arrive and Gloria reveals to Tyrone that Tina attacked Kirsty. Later, Kirsty and the baby are given the all clear although Tyrone is still seeing red over what happened. Tina meanwhile finds herself under attack from all quarters over her actions. What will Tommy say when she tells him her news?
Michelle is doing a good job at ignoring the fact that Ryan's going out with Tracy until she finally snaps after overhearing the factory workers bitching about the Street's latest love birds. Later, her temper is tested again when Tracy and Ryan rock up at the flat with a takeaway, thwarting her plans of a romantic meal with Steve. Tracy succeeds in ruining Michelle's night as she openly canoodles with Ryan in front of her. Michelle makes an almighty effort to hold her tongue even when Tracy drags Ryan back home with her for the night. After the pair leave, Michelle rails at Steve. She doesn't know how long she can keep this up. Their only hope is Deirdre who's back home tomorrow. Will she be able to stop Tracy's antics?
Chesney's flabbergasted when Cilla invites him and Katy over to South Africa for Christmas. Katy can't wait because it'll be brilliant to celebrate Joseph's first birthday on safari. When Katy tells Izzy of the plans, however, Izzy reminds her that by then she might be in the early stages of pregnancy. It could be dangerous to fly. Katy's not sure how to tell Chesney the news that their trip won't be happening. Chesney is irritated when Izzy and Gary gatecrash his plans for a quiet night seeing Katy's birthday in. They eventually take the hint and politely leave. Will Chesney be able to take a full nine months of the pair playing such a big role in their lives?
Jason drops the hint to Maria about moving in with her but Maria lets Jason down gently. Gloria irritates Stella as she hangs around the bar. Dev mocks Karl's inability to provide for Sunita.
Monday 10 September 2012
It's Katy's eighteenth birthday and the day she and Chesney join Izzy and Gary to go for their first appointment at the fertility clinic. Here, Tess, the unit counsellor, challenges Izzy and Gary about Katy's suitability as a surrogate. She points out that due to Katy's age she may not be emotionally strong enough to deal with surrogacy. What if she wants to keep the baby? Gary wonders how this is possible. The baby would be theirs! Tess points out that the natural parents need to adopt the baby after birth. It's up to the surrogate mother whether or not she gives consent to this. Izzy states she has confidence in Katy but she's clearly shaken by what Tess has told them. Back at No 6 everyone's preparing for Katy's birthday bash. When the party is in full swing, Gary notices Katy drinking and he suggests to Chesney that she shouldn't be. Chesney snaps and a row escalates until Izzy makes an announcement that will leave Gary stunned.
Kirsty and Tyrone arrive home with their little bundle of joy. Tina's relieved when she finds out mother and child are well but when it's clear she still bears a grudge against Kirsty. Jason tells her he can't believe he once felt sorry for her and Tommy. Now he reckons they've brought their bad luck on themselves for being so mean spirited. Tina doesn't know how much she can take however much Tommy insists they've got each other. Tina insists they have to go round and see Tyrone and Kirsty.
Deirdre returns from her trip to see Bev to be greeted by Tracy coming downstairs with Ryan. She tackles Tracy. Why the hell is she going out with Michelle's son of all people! Steve and Michelle arrive hoping that Deirdre's sorted Tracy out. Instead they discover a cosy domestic scene. Over a dinner, Ryan has charmed Deirdre. Is she already thinking of him as one of the family?
Gloria treats Stella to a spa day, reassuring her that she'll be fine running the pub in her absence, but Sean is soon miffed by the changes Gloria makes.
Monday 10 September 2012
Izzy tells everyone she can't let Katy be her surrogate because she won't let it tear her family apart. There's no turning back. Her mind's made up. Her party ruined, Katy feels dejected despite everyone assuring her Izzy's decision isn't about not trusting her. Later Gary's emotions escalate when he tells Izzy that he should have been given the chance to have a say in her decision. Concerned about what she's doing to him, Izzy tells Gary that he deserves the chance to have a family and her next decision leaves him reeling.
Tina and Tommy, stinging after their spat, are then faced with Jason. He can't believe they went over to No 9 after everything Tina did to Kirsty. He tells them he has a move in date for Julie and Brian. He wants them out the flat. Tommy and Tina feel the pressure building and have a row. Tina flees from the flat and is found by Rita, crying on Maxine's bench. Will Rita give her the solace she seeks or a healthy dose of tough love?
With Stella out of the way, Gloria asks Karl to help behind the bar in the hope that it may impress Stella upon on her return. Not only that, but she continues to make changes, upsetting staff and customers alike. When Stella eventually returns, she kicks out Karl and rows with her mother. Gloria threatens to leave but Stella calls her bluff. Could this really be the last time Stella sees her mum?
Tracy is really starting to get to Michelle. Chesney comforts Katy following Izzy's decision.
Wednesday 12 September 2012 7:30pm
Tommy's relieved when Rita escorts Tina back to No15. The reunited couple wonder what fresh hell the day will hold. They haven't long to wait to find out - after Tyrone blanks them, Tommy opens his post and discovers he's being sued by the pizza parlour! Meanwhile, Anna and Owen have found a way to get Izzy and Gary together to discuss other options available to them regarding surrogacy. The pair balk at the costs of IVF but Owen stops them short. He'll pay whatever it costs so they can have a child. Later at the pub, Tina and Tommy are treated as outcasts. Noticing they're down, Owen joins them reassuring them that their tiff with Kirsty will soon blow over. When he goes on to tell them that Gary and Izzy are back together and looking at other surrogacy options, Tina has an idea that could solve her and Tommy's money worries for good.
After taking Gloria in, Leanne is warned by Stella that she'll soon tire of her grandmother's company. Leanne suggests they kiss and make-up, but Stella is adamant she wants an apology. Later, Stella's predictions ring true as Gloria loses the bookies money and drives Leanne round the bend. Leanne begs Stella to take Gloria back, but Stella is sticking to her guns.
Lloyd is feeling a little lonely, so decides to have a flutter in the bookies to cheer himself up. After a little persuasion from Gloria, he decides to take a bet on the horses. To his surprise, he wins big and decides to treat himself to some tickets to a gig.
Tyrone and Kirsty name their newborn 'Ruby', before proudly showing her off to their neighbours.
Thursday 13 September 2012
No Corrie tonight.
Friday 14 September 2012
Tina discusses the surrogacy with Owen. She tells him if the price is right she's interested. It is and the next thing she knows she's telling Gary and Izzy about her proposition. The pair have their misgivings and decide to think things over. Tina begs them to keep her offer to themselves. Later a confused Faye, who witnessed Tina offering her services to Gary and Izzy, approaches an unsuspecting Tommy full of questions.
After criticising Gail's cleaning skills, Gloria dupes her into handing over the keys to the Bistro, claiming she can do a better job herself. Needless to say, Gail is miffed. Later, while Gloria holds court, a diminutive man enters looking for her. Gloria claims he is simply a nuisance customer, but Gail and Nick are intrigued regardless.
Lloyd's over the moon because he has tickets for an old funk band he loved in the 80s. His enthusiasm is dampened, however, when his attempts to arrange a lads' night out don't exactly go to plan. When he arrives at the gig, though, his spirits are lifted when he thinks he spies a blast from the past.
Sick of being a singleton, Beth decides she's sick of searching for Mr Right, she wants her Mr Right Now! As Kirk listens to her plans, it's clear that he feels he might fit the bill.
Friday 14 September 2012
Tommy tells Faye she's a liar but when she persists with what she's heard, he goes in search of Tina. He demands to know the truth and Tina's lost for words. Meanwhile at No 6, Gary's overwhelmed when Izzy agrees to take Tina up on her offer. Their joy is interrupted however when Tommy barges in accusing them of taking advantage of a vulnerable Tina. They insist it was her idea and he rails at the fact that he was left in the dark and had to find out from Faye. Back at home Tina makes a desperate attempt to make Tommy see what she's doing. He's sticking to his guns however. He doesn't want her to go ahead with the surrogacy and he gives her an ultimatum.
Gail takes the nuisance customer for a bacon barm, eager to find out who he really is. He turns out to be Cliff, who tells Gail all about his relationship with Gloria and how they worked together in dry cleaning. Gail uses this information to poke fun at her rival before blackmailing her into returning to the Rovers. Gloria has no choice but to agree, but will Stella forgive her interfering ways?
Lloyd is thrilled as he greets his old mate Mandy. They haven't seen each other for thirty years and he can't wait to catch up with her and her husband Johnny. When she tells him that Johnny died, he's devastated. They chat a bit about old times. He tells her he's stayed single but not through want of trying. She tells him she and Johnny never had children so she's alone now too. The night goes well, but what will Mandy say when Lloyd asks to see her again?
Beth discusses her plans for a date with someone off the internet with Kirk, unaware he might be holding a torch for her.