Episode 3157 (17th April 2002)

==Plot==
Questioning his state of mind and profession, Ashley takes off his dog collar and gives it to Edna, claiming that he won't be needing it anymore. Bernice is flabbergasted to hear that Ashley is considering giving up the cloth and is moving away. Rodney asks Nicola if she would be interested in working on a cruise ship for a friend - but Nicola is convinced that her dad is just trying to get rid of her. Hungover from the excesses of the night before, Louise reflects on Ray's actions in abandoning her and decides to wash her hands of the situation. Embarrassed by his weakness, Ray requests anonymity about his medical condition but thanks Scott for his concern. Taking centre stage in The Woolpack Ray makes an attempt to talk to Louise. To the amusement of regulars he is promptly given the cold shoulder and has no option but to leave. Chloe is forced to respect Ray's privacy as Scott has to physically stop Chloe as she goes to explain Ray's disappearance to Louise. After advice from Scott, Ray takes Louise aside and explains that he has diabetes and explains his disappearance. Louise is taken by his honesty. Meanwhile, at the vet's surgery, Craig draws attention to Zoe's increasingly careless behaviour. Paddy angrily snaps at Craig, expressing his concern. Paddy's concern for Zoe's health gets him into hot water as he confronts her about her drinking. At Café Hope, Viv tries to knock Danny into tip top waiter shape, with no avail. Danny isn't knocked out by his new 'uniform', stressing the importance of 'street cred' and not looking like the village idiot! There is still a very bitter taste in Nicola's mouth as she confronts Rodney about interviewing Chloe for her old job. It turns out Chloe has set herself up for a fall, as Maggie reveals that she did not get the job at Dale Park. All is not lost, however, as Viv steps in with an offer.
==Cast==
===Regular cast===
*Viv Hope - Deena Payne
*Danny Daggert - Cleveland Campbell
*Scott Windsor - Ben Freeman
*Ray Mullan - Seamus Gubbins
*Tricia Stokes - Sheree Murphy
*Diane Blackstock - Elizabeth Estensen
*Louise Appleton - Emily Symons
*Paddy Kirk - Dominic Brunt
*Craig Calder - Jason Hain
*Emily Dingle - Kate McGregor
*Rodney Blackstock - Patrick Mower
*Nicola Blackstock - Nicola Wheeler
*Bernice Thomas - Samantha Giles
*Zoe Tate - Leah Bracknell
*Ashley Thomas - John Middleton
*Edna Birch - Shirley Stelfox
*Chloe Atkinson - Amy Nuttall
*Maggie Calder - Dee Whitehead
*Andy Sugden - Kelvin Fletcher
*Katie Addyman - Sammy Winward
===Guest cast===
None.
==Locations==
*Café Hope - Café
*Mill Cottage - Driveway, dining room and kitchen
*The Woolpack - Public bar and back room
*Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery - Reception and consulting room
*The Vicarage - Hallway and kitchen
*Village Store, Post Office & Off-Licence - Exterior
*Smithy Cottage - Driveway
*Main Street
*Pear Tree Cottage - Living room/kitchen
==Notes==
*Viewing Figures: UK broadcast - 10,040,000 viewers (10th place).
Category:2002 episodes
Category:Emmerdale episodes