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Blanche tells Deirdre that Archie has finished with her. She sobs her heart out. Rita offers Sally two weeks' work at The Kabin filling in for Norris while he's at the Commonwealth Games. Sally jumps at the chance, telling her it's the answer to all her prayers. Audrey realises that her working for Archie hasn't affected her business at the salon. Richard tells Rita and Audrey that he's helping Nick out with his airfare. Deirdre tells Archie how upset Blanche is at their splitting up but he won't change his mind. Deirdre and Ken leave for London to see Tracy. Betty visits again. She says she's sold her house. Kevin plans a birthday surprise for the following day for Sally. Rita tells Richard she'd like some financial advice regarding her savings. Doreen finally admits to Maxine and Ashley that she's left Derek and doesn't want to go back.