EastEnders : Season 20

Natalie is delighted to receive an invitation to the Valentine's ball from Paul. But when Martin tells Sonia that the Ball isn't important and that he would much rather spend time with her alone, her insecurities escalate.She meets Vicki and breaks down, wondering how long it will be before Martin leaves her for a gorgeous girl. Vicki calms her down and plays fairy godmother, determined that her friend will go to the Ball!Meanwhile, Sharon feels awkward when she receives a Valentine's card that

Sharon is embarrassed when she sees a photograph of her dancing with Dennis at the ball and is concerned that the chemistry between them is obvious. However, when the police arrive with their verdict on the cause of the club fire, she has more serious concerns.Andy takes Sam for a look around his new investment, the bookmakers', and decides to shake things up there.Adi is reluctant to let Tariq help on the stall, so is less than impressed when his selling technique proves to be hugely successful

Having decided that she needs a rest from Walford, Sharon plans a family break and is touched when Dennis reveals that it will be his first proper holiday. However, Pauline and Kate dampen her spirits when they suggest Dennis will be chasing the ladies and breaking hearts all over Spain.When the Ferreiras invite Tariq over for tea, Adi feels increasingly sidelined and seeks solace at Ronny's bedside. Meanwhile, Martin is jealous when Sonia goes out for a drink with college friends, and Billy

With their differences sorted, Dennis and Sharon, closer than ever, pack for their holiday but their plans take a turn for the worse when Vicki tells them that she can come after all.Yolande and Patrick are woken in the night by noises downstairs and find that a runaway has broken in. Starving and afraid, 16-yearold JJ is taken in by the couple who allow him to stay the night.Janine feels a twinge of jealousy when she sees Paul buying Jack a present but events escalate and she's seething when

JJ endears himself to Patrick and Yolande by preparing breakfast, but Paul is suspicious of their new lodger and makes his feelings known.Feeling upset, Vicki heads to the Vic and ends up stealing a bottle of vodka. Feeling desolate and reckless, she heads for the viaduct scaffolding.Ronny spends his 21st birthday in hospital and not even a gift of new amplifiers can lift his mood, especially when he catches sight of Tariq.Billy is pleased when Andy gives him more responsibility and Paul and

Laura tries to negotiate a pay rise with Sam but, with the café not doing well, it's up to Laura to increase the profits and prove her worth. A Cockney grub night is a roaring success and she plans more of the same, until Sam delivers some devastating news. Paul is increasingly suspicious about JJ and tips off the social services that he's been stealing from Patrick and Yolande.The social services officer reveals that he's a runaway and defensive about his past, with the result that JJ takes

Adi struggles to control his feelings towards Tariq while Kareena and Ash try their best to keep the peace. Convinced that Tariq is taking advantage of the family, his fears appear to be confirmed as Tariq struts around the market. Adi takes his worries to Ash who stresses that they have to be nice just to save Ronny. But Tariq overhears and feels used. Patrick is furious with Paul for ruining things with JJ and, along with Yolande, they pay the boy a visit. Hearing about his difficult past,

Ronny nervously waits for his operation but is concerned about the hold this will give Tariq over him. Meanwhile,Tariq is back at his bed-sit, packing, having made the decision not to go through with it. Despite Ash's best efforts,Tariq is resolute that he will not be used. Laura is staying with Pat and struggles to persuade Garry that she needs more money. Her catering ideas for the Vic don't go down well with Kat. With Pat and Mo competing in a weight-loss competiton, Juley and Gus lay bets on

Kat discovers that Alfie is about to turn 40 and plans a surprise party, without realising that he is feeling down about the milestone birthday. Natalie returns and Paul prepares to tell her everything, while Ronny gets ready to go under the knife.Elsewhere, Juley suggests to Gus that perhaps he could turn Mo off food by making her fall in love with him.

Ronny is doing well but he still can't face speaking to Tariq. Eventually, his hatred boils over and he tells Tariq that he's expecting to find an ulterior motive for his generosity.Ian celebrates his birthday and, though he's lonely, he still delights in being vile to Laura. However, he doesn't bank on the fact that Laura has a birthday surprise of her own from him. Kat and Alfie are concerned that Spencer and Zoe are bickering and ruining their perfect happy family. Action is called for and

Spencer overhears Zoe and Kelly saying that he's a soft touch and gets his revenge in a typically teenage fashion. Juley, Mickey and Gus help with a delivery of helium balloons in the Vic, ready for Alfie's birthday celebrations but, instead of doing their job, Kat finds them giggling and speaking in squeaky voices. Meanwhile, Kate is being driven mad by incessant phone calls from her dad, and Vicki tries to force Ash to put a bet on for her.

Ash tries to persuade Adi not to blame Tariq for Dan's mistakes but Adi isn't prepared to welcome him into the family so easily. Elsewhere, Ian gets a bee in his bonnet about drainage problems, for which he blames Kate's nail bar. Unable to bear his whinging, Kate yells at him - and he feels a twinge of guilt when he hears her devastating news. Alfie catches everyone in the Vic armed with cake, balloons and banners. Far from amused, he leads Kat off for a quiet word.

Nana Moon returns from her mini-break in Eastbourne with a shocking announcement for everyone - she is getting married, and Alfie is especially taken aback. Ian offers Kate a shoulder to cry on when she is upset about her father's death and blames herself. Pat and Mo challenge each other to arm wrestle at Alfie's party as they become even more competitive. They also give Andy an idea and he challenges Alfie.

Love is in the air in Walford as Paul and Natalie realise that their relationship is developing into something more than a casual fling. However, their happiness seems destined to be short-lived when a jealous Janine vows to ruin everything.Elsewhere, Sharon is concerned when she rings home to check on Vicki. Having ignored Sharon's call, Vicki embarks on a path of self-destruction.The Slater girls are delighted that they have raised enough money to take on Graham. The girls head off to the

Janine receives a letter from Natalie's solicitor, demanding maintenance for Jack. Furious, she issues Paul with an ultimatum: call the lawyers off or face the consequences.The Slaters plan a traditional family roast in preparation for Charlie's homecoming. Mo takes a risk when she puts Mickey in charge of decorations, and Nana takes over as head chef after a disastrous start by Kat. But as everything starts to come together, a call from the prison ruins the day.Vicki struggles to explain her

After a big win at the bookies, an elated Vicki shyly invites Ash back to her place. Aware that Dennis and Sharon could return at any moment, Vicki kisses Ash and leads him towards the bedroom.Natalie decides to cement her future with Paul by moving into the B&B. Janine tries her best to put Natalie off, unaware that she should be more concerned about a problem of her own. Pat has discovered an engraved bangle at the car lot and Janine's New Year's secret may be about to become public

Vicki succeeds in Sharon and Dennis a shock that leaves them reeling. Triumphant that she has hurt them as much as their relationship has hurt her, Vicki plans her ultimate revenge; it's time to call Den.Over at the Vic, Nana Moon is sure that she has found a way to make Alfie and Wilfred realise they have common interests.Pat is concerned about Natalie and questions Janine about the bracelet. Unprepared, and increasingly nervous, Janine can't explain away the engraving and Pat's suspicions are

Vicki continues to live up to her reputation of causing trouble wherever she goes, and on this occasion it is at the Ferreira household. Adi is unhappy about her staying, thinking that they are disrespecting the house in Dan's absence. Sharon tries her best to convince Vicki to come home. Unfortunately, she underestimates her sister's strength of feeling about her relationship with Dennis.After persuasion from Pat, Natalie decides to confront Paul about the bangle. Initially startled, Paul

An uncertain Natalie shelves her plans to move in with Paul because she cannot trust him. Hurt and confused, Paul pays Pat a visit. She leaves him with some alarming advice: tell Natalie the truth.The Slaters rally round to raise money to pay off Graham. Kat is realistic enough to know that they need someone who can lend them large amounts of cash. Against her better judgement, she turns to an unlikely source for help.Elsewhere, Sharon tests the water by telling Kate about her relationship with

Having heard the truth about Barry's death, a devastated Natalie cannot bear to be near Paul. After a night walking the streets, a desperate Paul returns, begging Natalie to let him explain. She has heard enough and tells him there is only one way he can appease his conscience: he must go to the police and turn Janine in.Vicki causes trouble between Dennis and Sharon, telling Dennis that his new girlfriend is ashamed of their relationship. Stirred by Vicki's words, Dennis goads Sharon and the

Janine faces her worst nightmare when she answers the door to two policemen. She is forced to accompany them to the station for questioning, and it seems that the Square's ultimate bad girl is set to get her come-uppance.Meanwhile, word spreads through the Square that Janine has been arrested and Laura, especially, is delighted. Paul, meanwhile, is more concerned with Natalie and begs her for forgiveness.

Juley settles into the Square with Gus, but they are set for trouble when Gus makes a shocking discovery in one of Juley's bags.Paul begs Natalie for forgiveness, but she can't bear to look at him, let alone consider building a life with him. She confides in Pat and makes a decision about her future.Meanwhile, Dennis and Sharon face the public for the first time as a couple. Vicki is ashamed at the mockery they are making of the Watts family, and Pauline, in particular has an opinion to

Kat pays Charlie a visit in prison to ask him to sign paperwork that will free them from Graham's threats. However, when she arrives, she loses her resolve; there is no way that Charlie will condone paying Graham off. Kat is left with a difficult choice and must consider faking Charlie's signature. Meanwhile, Alfie has bigger worries: his debt is about to be called in.Minty warns Sam that Andy is a dangerous character to be mixing with. Elsewhere, Gus is panic-stricken about Juley's predicament

Mo is on a mission to organise Charlie's homecoming party but Kat is worried that someone will let slip about the pay-off. As the celebration gets under way in The Vic, Ian begins to talk to Charlie, while the Slaters look on in panic.The slimming club finds a winner but it's a close race. Pat and Mo are sure that they have beaten the others in the battle of the bulge but there can only be one winner.When Adi comes round to the idea of clearing the house of Dan's belongings, the Ferreiras get

Adi feels that the responsibility for the family's future lies squarely on his shoulders. As they struggle to come to terms with the seriousness of the financial situation they are in, Ash pays the bulding society a visit. However, the family is left shocked by the revelation that Dan has been pilfering from the mortgage account.Elsewhere, the hapless Mickey comes up with a plan to pass off chip oil as motor oil, with hilarious results.Meanwhile, Charlie is feeling betrayed by his family and