The Bench

Leanne tries to make a new life for herself, but her previous boyfriend has other plans.

Hungover Des expects his defense of a local pub owner to be an easy victory. But when he underestimates the skills of new prosecutor Cheryl Cates, his law experience is put to the test.

A family is left devastated after the death of a daughter in a road accident.

Farmer Parry is accused of neglecting his animals.

Matrimonial issues are on the agenda - not just in court, but behind the scenes as well.

Matrimonial issues are on the agenda - not just in court, but behind the scenes as well.

Simon and Gareth give evidence against Natalie, but find they are under scrutiny instead.

Two teenagers give Des a hard time when he tries to defend them.

Des and Ranjit fall out when Leanne and Brink re-appear in court on charge of possession.

Leanne's future is in the balance, forcing Des and Ranjit to examine their role in events.