Frank's father arrives at the Gallagher's, much to his displeasure, whilst Veronica feels threatened by Karen's presence when she begins working at the pub.Sheila is surprised when Frank's father Neville comes to see the twins Delia and Nigel - as Frank had told her he was dead. The kids are delighted to see him but not Frank,especially when Neville makes him take a job as a window cleaner. When Neville collapses Frank hopes he is free of him,but Neville is a stronger man than his son. Veronica's violent resentment of Karen working at the Jockey leads to her being barred and coming up with a kinky means of reinstatement.