Coronation Street

t was a huge moment for Carla when she tackled blackmailer Jordan, and told the Rovers’ punters that, during her breakdown, she had slept with the scally in exchange for shelter. Reminded that she’s as strong and

resilient as she

Iever was, it should come as little surprise that she decides she’s done with pulling pints, and wants to get back to what she’s best at – the rag trade.

Nick is sympathetic when she explains her feelings, and says he might be able to help. Before you can say, ‘Cake run!’ Carla is on the Underworld floor, announcing that Nick has taken time off to look after ailing Oliver, and she is in charge from now on.

It’s a shock for all the machinists and for Sarah, too, but the newly-wed may be grateful, because she has a big problem on her hands. Earlier, Gary has marched into the factory and announced a 30% rent hike.

Sarah’s fuming, while her hubby Adam is deeply suspicious. Fronting up to the former loan shark, he says that it’s obvious he is involved in a dodgy deal, and that’s why he needs more cash.

As Carla settles back into the world of bras and basques, she casts her eye over the lease agreement, and tells Sarah to leave Gary to her.

Adam, meanwhile, charms Rick Neelan’s ex, Laura, who reveals that her maintenance payments from ‘AWOL’ Rick are put into a safety deposit box.

Intrigued, he sweettalks her into showing him the key, and secretly takes a photo of it on his phone.

Is Gary in for a big surprise the next time he makes a deposit?