The Archers - 03/08/2009

Tony's back is on the mend but Tom's still keen to help out. He suggest that his parents follow David and Ruth's example and go on holiday. Tony isn't sure but Tom points out that he and Helen coped last week; so why not? With auditions for the Lies having drawn a blank, Fallon wonders if the band has come to a natural end. Jolene insists that she should pursue her dream but Sid thinks Fallon should pursue a more realistic goal. Jolene admonishes Sid for his negativity. Lilian drowns her sorrow amid sad ramblings about love and relationships. Jolene tries to distract her with pub business, but to no avail. Ignoring Jolene's suggestion that she slow down her drinking, Lilian orders a top-up from Fallon. Fallon asks Jolene for another bottle of gin - she needs to serve Lilian. A worried Jolene goes to find Lilian, who's a little worse for wear. Lilian agrees to stop drinking, and suggests driving herself into town. Jolene is quick to put her off the idea - and insists on driving her home, leaving Fallon to watch the bar. Fallon rues the fact that she has nothing better to do. Episode written by Tim Stimpson.