11/12/2022

A money saving measure by Martyn Gibson at Berrow has resulted in the wrong pig feed being ordered. Neil promises to speak to Martyn and get the order revised. Jazzer wishes Martyn would up his hours. They’re interrupted by a notification from Martyn announcing an emergency staff meeting. They discover it’s to update them on a member of staff leaving. They agree this makes the staffing crisis even more urgent. All Martyn seems bothered about is that they go to the works Christmas party in their festive jumpers. They pledge to attend, and raise the issue of staffing. It’s all hands on deck at Brookfield preparing for an event in the Barn, with Ben out of action and Pip absent caring for a poorly Rosie. Stressed Ruth has to manage vehicle congestion in the yard as party preparations begin to take a fraught turn – she needs David back with the quad bike. However David gets stuck in some mud and has to call on Pip for help. As Toby steps in with Rosie, Pip explains to worried David that she’s drafted in Ben and Josh to assist Ruth. David’s concerned, but Pip assures him Ben was up for it and is enjoying himself. The barn event goes off without a hitch and David’s proud of frazzled Ruth. The family group photo from Jill’s birthday has finally arrived. As they look at it they acknowledge Ben’s difficulties were apparent in his expression even back then. Ruth reiterates the importance of supporting his progress now he’s turned a corner.