Life is returning to normal six months after Dale's departure, but he suddenly returns from China to shake up the Thompson family.
E1 · Birth
A week past her due date, Lorna springs some new ideas on Ken about baby care. Rachel is delighted when an old friend returns.
E2 · The Application
Rachel has a chance to get the job of her dreams - and Ken and Dale are on hand to help out.
E3 · Mums' Group
Ken starts enjoying his paternity leave when he joins a group for mothers, but Lorna is worried that one of the members has her eye on him.
E4 · Life of Dale
Ken's special birthday evening is interrupted when Steve stages an invasion and a game of Trivial Pursuit conjures up memories of Dale's secret past.
E5 · University Challenged
Dylan decides to leave university after only three weeks. Ken and Dale head there to keep him away from home at all costs.
E6 · Sid’s Big Day
It’s the day of baby Sid’s naming, and another new Thompson causes havoc in the family. Meanwhile, Dale struggles with his feelings about Ling.
E7 · The Holiday
The family head off to Cumbria on a relaxing holiday - but Ken has a secret purpose, and Dale's past comes back to haunt him.