Valco welcome new recruit Margaret whilst Julie tries to balance her work with arranging a special birthday meal. Meanwhile Katie decides to take pity on Kieran, having seen him make one fashion nightmare too many.

Kieran decides Andy's been single too long and embarks on finding him a girlfriend. Meanwhile, Julie feels threatened by the return of her old boss and Margaret has to face her fears and make an announcement over the tannoy.

Andy is on a harsh new fitness regime as he prepares to run the marathon for charity. Meanwhile Gavin makes Julie's year by finally giving her the Valco management handbook. Can she cope with the power?

Gavin is away for the day leaving Julie in charge, a chance for some fun that Kieran can't let pass. Meanwhile Margaret tries to come to terms with the new salad bar and Andy's nose is put out of joint by a rival butcher.

Kieran has an attack of the green eyed monster as Katie becomes a bit too friendly with a visiting shopfitter. Meanwhile Julie thinks Gavin needs closure over the death of his wife and Margaret tries to get to grips with Skype.

Julie has a blast from the past when the visiting area manager turns out to be an old colleague. Margaret is thinking of going on holiday but doesn't know where to go and Kieran is growing a beard, much to the amusement of Katie and Andy.

Gavin struggles with the hangover from hell after a night out with Andy and Julie becomes suspicious of what exactly they got up to. Meanwhile, Kieran is worried about an ominous lunch with Emma.

There's a buzz around the store as auditions are being held for the upcoming Valco advert. Julie struggles with interview nerves and Kieran starts making preparations for his upcoming wedding.