1 March 1978

The Ogdens claim for the ceiling damage. Hilda verbally attacks Elsie, disrupting the proceedings. Bet accuses Betty of being jealous of Renee's engagement to Alf. Suzie phones Roger Floriet again and they plan a holiday together. The arbitrator, Mr. Franklyn, decides that Elsie and Hilda each pay for their own repairs. Elsie is satisfied but Hilda is furious. Suzie tries to put Gail off going to France. Steve is amazed to discover Suzie has been phoning France. He tells her that he'll tell Mike if she does it again. The residents celebrate Alf and Renee's engagement. Len toasts the happy couple. Alf tells Renee he wants to get married at the end of the month.