Rod remains in Walford, as does Mary's father, who employs Rod as his bookkeeper and organizer of his haulage company and later Rod takes over Barry Clark's (Gary Hailes) market stall. Rod is later forced to act against his principles, when he is threatened by Brad Williams (Jonathan Stratt), a dodgy member of The Firm, and is forced to stitch up local publican Den Watts (Leslie Grantham).
Rod stays in Walford, as does Mary's father, who hires Rod as his bookkeeper and organizer of his haulage company. Later, Rod takes over Barry Clark's (Gary Hailes) market stall. Rod is later compelled to act against his principles when he faces threats from Brad Williams (Jonathan Stratt), a shady member of The Firm, and is forced to cooperate with local pub owner Den Watts (Leslie Grantham).