The Archers - 24/03/2009

Matt tells Lilian he's fed up of the phone ringing and people gossiping. And he's worried about his police interview. Brian calls round. He's heard the news. Matt admits that his best chance is to co-operate. Brian says the situation might affect his chairmanship of Borchester Land. Matt says it's nothing to do with BL. He won't jump ship unless he has to. Helen helps Tom with the pigs. Tom ignores a text from Brenda, telling Helen he has more important things to do - like writing a business plan. Ed phones Tom. He's seen an angry Mrs Noakes in the shop, saying Harry the boar's trashed her garden. Tom goes to check Mrs Noakes' garden. There's no sign of Harry. Ed sees Tom on his return, and asks for some advice. Oliver's offered him the Grange Farm tenancy and he wants to talk to someone about running a business. Ed is anxious, but Tom reassures him he'll manage. Helen pops in as Ed goes. She offers help with the business plan, but Tom says it's his responsibility. She also asks if he's texted Brenda. Tom tells Helen to leave it. He's got to try to save his business. Episode written by Simon Frith.