Walter receives a letter from his mother telling him that his younger brother Valentine is coming from Sierra Leone to live with him. Valentine's arrival causes a stir, not least with Walter's wife who thinks he will be a bad influence.
Walter arranges a job interview for Valentine at the car parts factory where he works. Bagpipes jumps at the chance to avoid his and Kirsty's anniversary by joining Valentine on a cash-in-hand electrical job at a flat that is a brothel.
Keen to revive his football career Valentine signs up for open trials with Leyton Orient. Meanwhile, Agnes and Kirsty discover that their elderly neighbour Ernie has been dead for days and vow to give him a dignified send-off.
Walter's goddaughter arrives at the flat in a panic and begs Walter for help. Her engagement party is about to be ruined as her father disapproves of the union and refuses to participate. Walter and Agnes step in to act as family elders.
Valentine has started a new relationship, but will it last? Bagpipes and Kirsty take a long-awaited romantic holiday...in a motor-home in Essex. Agnes is inspired to learn how to drive but Walter may not be the person to teach her.