Kershaw saw the return of original cast member Philip Lowrie as Dennis Tanner after a year's absence.
Kershaw vacated his position a month later, to be replaced by Margaret Morris — who in June secured a short return spot for David Barlow (Alan Rothwell), appearing in two episodes.
Myra's father George Dickenson (Stan Jay) followed her to Weatherfield in September, and Laurie Fraser (Stanley Meadows) began a five-month stint as a new love interest for Elsie Tanner in November.
Neil, however, did not feel the same way and quickly dropped her, leaving the area soon after due to Emily Nugent reporting him to their boss Mr Papagopoulos for stealing from the petty cash.
After Myra became pregnant and gave up her job at Gamma Garments, their only choice was to sell the house, and the Booths moved away.
George Dickenson was the over-protective father of Myra Booth, who turned up several times to sort out their problems, both personally and financially.
Laurie Fraser was a friend of Lenny Phillips, the owner of the theatrical agency of which Dennis Tanner was a representative.
While Ken took advantage of the situation by appearing on television to debate with a local councillor, Valerie felt compelled to comfort Dave.