Doctors - Season 17

Zara is considering becoming a stay-at-home Mum to Joe. Ayesha finds herself being tricked by Hayden. Elsewhere Noakes attempts to make amends with his colleagues.

Mrs Tembe finds herself caught up in a dispute when the members of the Women's Institute kidnap the local reverend.

A blast from the past surprises Jimmi. Al attempts to go into business with Howard. Elsewhere Hayden gets off on the wrong foot with Al.

Zara makes a surprising announcement. Niamh is facing a tough situation when a woman's mother becomes ill.

A young girl gives birth and runs away, leaving Al left holding the baby. Al eventually tracks her down, but she is strongly against having anything to do with the baby. Meanwhile, Mrs Temble is infuriated by the lack of morale at work however could she have Howard's support.

Hayden meets a man who is desperate to feel happy again. Elsewhere, Mrs Tembe ponders about the meaning of happiness. Zara begins to doubt her decision.

After helping a patient save an abandoned bird's egg, Zara soon realises the patient's anxiety has more to do with his failings as a parent. Elsewhere, Mrs Tembe's mood soars as she launches Project Happiness. Are Al and Howard considering flying the nest?

Man struggles to come to terms with his forgotten past - will Daniel be able to help?

It is the day of the Challenge Max for Emma, Ayesha and Niamh however it is not what they were expecting. Al comes between a patient and his carer.

The aftermath of the Challenge Max celebrations has Al feeling some discomfort. Jimmi becomes between two men fighting at an allotment.

Anthony starts his first day as practice manager. Mrs Tembe makes her return to the reception desk. Ayesha heads back to her old address to collect some post.

Heston isn't happy when he sees that Mrs. Tembe is back on reception. Valerie heads for a second round of chemotherapy. Rob is on the case of tracking down a missing person.

Daniel is surprised by Anthony's revelation. There's an awkward air between Ruhma and Heston. Emma attends a wake.

Valerie thinks about her bucket list. Sid gets caught up with two old friends.

Ruhma and Heston decide to have a conversation to clear things up. Anthony decides he wants to rebrand the health centre. One of Al's patients think that they have seen a ghost.

Ayesha meets a charming man on a night out with Karen. Anthony takes his colleagues wine tasting. Heston and Ruhma go for dinner.

Niamh and Al attend a conference for work, where a handsome stranger is also in attendance.

Daniel is caught up in a dispute at a old peoples home. Ruhma winds Heston up to see if he will lose his temper again. Niamh is concerned by Valerie.

Jimmi heads to the scene at a horrific roadside collision. On the site of the incident, he learns that the accident is linked to a major police operation. Ruhma is shocked when she learns more about Heston's past. Mrs. Tembe is shocked after Anthony proposes something to her.

Emma visits a old woman who hasn't left her home in years. Al and Valerie perform. Mrs Tembe isn't happy with Anthony.

Sid helps a family come back together. Ayesha gets a blast from the past. Mrs Tembe has to decide something about her future.

Al bumps into an old friend. Ayesha visits her mum. Heston and Anthony have cross words.

Ruhma helps a mother-to-be who is worried about losing her child. Ayesha tries to help Bren conquer her addiction.

Mrs Tembe helps a young newlywed who wants to impress her mother-in-law. Daniel and Anthony's paths cross. Karen plays matchmaker.

Emma has to assess the victim of a crime at the police station. Ayesha wants to drown her sorrows. Heston and Ruhma find emotions running high.

A man goes missing, drawing Karen into a tense family drama. Everyone's wondering who will win in the race. Valerie is occupied.

Valerie wants inspiration for her own funeral, so gatecrashes other people's funerals to get inspiration for her own. Niamh is delighted at the prospect of visiting her family in Ireland. Heston is angered when he receives a gift from a patient.

Anthony realises he has to raise his game. Heston tries a new approach. Al wants to try and make a certain someone smile.

Daniel finds himself caught in a love triangle. Valerie's plan backfires. Mrs Tembe explores her options.

Mrs Tembe proves she's more then capable. Heston jumps the gun. Niamh is concerned.

Jimmi is drawn to a vulnerable patient. Mrs Tembe has a realisation.

Ollie is in way over his head. Ayesha has the day from hell.

Sid is alarmed as he believes a young boy is poisoned. Ayesha tries managing Bren's behaviour. Mrs Tembe makes a decision that will change her life.

Al tries to help a stubborn father realise his son's Bipolar is more serious then he thinks. Mrs Tembe has an emotional day. Heston upsets Ruhma. Bren humiliates Ayesha.

Karen wants to get to the truth when a patient exhibits signs of drug taking. Heston questions his future with Ruhma. Emma reaches her breaking point.

A student is found unconscious and leaves Emma facing a life and death decision. Ayesha has yet another tough day. Valerie is back and may destroy someone's future.

Rob investigates a case where there's more then meets the eye, after a man's missing wife is found covered in blood. Ruhma has a surprise fro Heston. Anthony receives a reward.

The campus enters lockdown after their's reports of a gunman on the loose, forcing Daniel to take action. Rob is involved in the case as well and it looks like the patient may in fact be a patient in the surgery's waiting room.

Valerie is shocked when a unexpected guest visits her.

Heston and Ruhma witness a tragedy and have to deal with the consequences. Ayesha confronts Ike about his motives. Esewhehere Karen has an idea.

Ruhma meets unusual trio at a midwife clinic. Ayesha decides to confront Ike. Karen puts her idea into action.

When a colleague is concerned about her daughter, Daniel decides to get involved. Ayesha tries to resolve her issues with Ike and Ben. Elsewhere Karen decides to step up her investment plans.

Sid meets his former dinner lady on her last day of work. Ayesha has to deal with the fallout of Bren's evicition.

Jimmi has his suspicions when DI Larkin is getting too involved with the case of a drunken man. Valerie attends a games night. Rob is becoming suspicious of Karen's behaviour during a night in.

Rob has to decide which is the best way to deal with warring neighbours. Valerie receives a surprising proposition. Jimmi's actions backfire on himself.

Niamh encounters a troubled teenager whilst treating a patient on a home visit. Karen's luck on the stock market could be about to run out. Valerie believes she has the answer for Barry.

Ayesha risks her career when she decides to help out some old friends. Valerie and Barry struggle to find some common ground whist planning their wedding. There is a return from Zara.

Karen turns herself into an investigator when a mysterious old man turns up at the campus surgery. Zara sizes up Anthony and his radical ideas for the Mill. Niamh is left angry by Al.

Emma meets a woman who is at the end of her tether. Heston is pulled along to a comedy gig by Ruhma. Sid attempts to bond with Daniel and Anthony.

An expect couple need the help of Sid to deal with their devastating news. Elsewhere Anthony has a proposition for Heston and Valerie.

Valerie turns to Barry for assistance when a student goes missing. Zara is asked by Anthony to take the lead on the staff appraisals.

Jimmi attempts to help a young man with learning difficulties. Niamh has a date with Ben. Elsewhere Ruhma and Heston are hosting a dinner party.

Al must help a confused teenager who has turned up at the Mill. Heston bounces back from his health scare. Valerie sets out to find her dream wedding dress.

Ayesha puts herself in danger when she tries to help a young mother. Heston's frustrations boil over, however he isn't aware Ruhma can see him. Valerie and the girls think of some fundraising ideas.

Rob meets a young man who believes he can solve the problems of the Churchill Estate. Elsewhere, Barry accompanies Valerie to St Phil's.

Daniel sets out to help a golfing acquaintance. Meanwhile, Sid is determined to make a success of his mental health stall.

It is the day of the staff appraisals, Zara tells Daniel that they're going to be a breeze.

Sid receives an offer he can refuse. Meanwhile, Valerie uncovers a new talent.

Valerie and Barry's big day delivers life-altering news.

Emma flirts with the idea of moving on, Niamh trusts her gut and Anthony causes controversy amongst the patients.

Harry's time is running out but Ben may have found a way through, if only he can get Niamh to agree.

The father in Daniel outshines the doctor, Jimmi sees the snake in the grass and Niamh faces an unbearable decision.

Karen's in the right place at the right time to shape a family's future. Niamh's on the edge of no return.

Zara's judgement is questioned when she suggests a patient gets rid of his only companion. Niamh makes a life-changing decision. Jimmi digs for dirt on Anthony.

Ruhma and Al clash over how to handle a surrogate mother who is having last-minute doubts. Niamh is confused about her feelings for Ben.