Laurel is by Ashley’s side as he passes away (VIDEO)

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It's a sad day for the Thomases and Ashley's friends as the terminally-ill vicar passes away at Mulberry Cottage

At Mulberry Cottage, the Thomas family play host as Ashley’s loved ones call in to see the vicar, who’s now terminally ill. Realising it’s likely to be the last time they see him, his friends are struck by the deep sadness of the situation. All too soon, the moment Laurel has been dreading hits, as her beloved husband dies with his wife by his side.

At the factory, Jai’s got a situation on his hands when Nell turns up to see him, clearly in a very bad way. Can he help out the addict?

Elsewhere, Robert’s rattled when he spots Rebecca and Victoria getting along. Having slept with Rebecca while his husband Aaron was in prison the last thing Robert needs is Victoria finding out.

Watch this clip from the episode:

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