Series 12

01 The Hands that Rock the Cradle (1) Episode 120th October 2009 Faye struggles to cope when her son is admitted for another life-saving operation. 02 The Hands that Rock the Cradle (2) Episode 221st October 2009 Everyone is left reeling when Archie dies unexpectedly. Vanessa suspects foul play. 03 Myself, Coming Back Episode 327th October 2009 Donna deals with the effects from her dad's will. Joseph compromises his professionalism. 04 The Professionals Episode 43rd November 2009 Elliot is determined to prove he can cope running Darwin in Connie's absence. 05 Home Truths Episode 510th November 2009 Linden's daughter turns up at Holby and he realises he must face up to his tragic past. 06 To Have and to Hold Episode 617th November 2009 While Joseph is away from the ward, a patient goes into crisis and Elliot has to step in. 07 Break Away Episode 724th November 2009 Penny's struggles to prove to Elliot that she is good with patients. 08 And That's What Really Hurts Episode 81st December 2009 Elliot's confidence in Joseph's professionalism unravels. 09 Now We Are Lonely Episode 98th December 2009 When Joseph suggests Lauren is responsible for Archie's death, he is accused of bullying. 10 Too Close for Comfort Episode 1015th December 2009 Judith's son is admitted with alcohol poisoning, and Holly mistakenly calls her ex-husband 11 Stand by Me Episode 1122nd December 2009 An old friend forces Linden to face his feelings of guilt over his wife's death. 12 Resolutions Episode 1229th December 2009 Thandie risks her own reputation to force Lauren to tell the truth about Archie's death. 13 Talk to Me Episode 135th January 2010 Faye tries to be brave for her first day back at work since Archie died. 14 A Glorious Reunion Episode 1412th January 2010 Faye is worried she may be blamed for injuring Lauren. 15 Stop All the Clocks Episode 1519th January 2010 Tragedy hits AAU, and Linden has to help Faye and Holly through the day from hell. 16 Promises Episode 1627th January 2010 Donna has to make some tough decisions about the welfare of her five-year-old niece. 17 ...And the Devil Makes Three Episode 172nd February 2010 Ric's determination to push Thandie out of Holby nearly costs him a patient. 18 Too Cold to Crash and Burn Episode 189th February 2010 The strain of Penny's secret relationship with Scott get too much to bear. 19 Downstairs Upstairs Episode 1915th February 2010 Elliot struggles to save Charlie Fairhead's life, while the Home Office visit Ric. 20 Together Alone Episode 2017th February 2010 Michael tries to convince Connie to return, but is she too happy at her new hospital? 21 Amare Episode 2122nd February 2010 Thandie's reunion with her brother is cut short when he asks her to help him to die. 22 The Butterfly Effect (1) Episode 222nd March 2010 When Faye realises Joseph's life is in danger, she prays to have her husband back. 23 The Butterfly Effect (2) Episode 239th March 2010 Joseph and Daisha find themselves in a shooting incident. 24 Faith No More Episode 2415th March 2010 Joseph realises something is going on between Faye and Linden. 25 Tipping Point Episode 2522nd March 2010 When Mark lets his team down, he realises he must become a man of the people again. 26 Enemies Closer Episode 2630th March 2010 Jac acts oddly around a patient, while Oliver plays dirty to curry favour with Connie. 27 For the Greater Good Episode 276th April 2010 Joseph's determined not to allow recent events to tempt his dark side from re-emerging. 28 Bette Davis Eyes Episode 2812th April 2010 Chrissie is rushed into theatre when she develops a life-threatening condition. 29 X-Y Factor Episode 2919th April 2010 Chrissie finds Sacha's mother overwhelming and can't see herself as part of the family. 30 What Goes Around Episode 3025th April 2010 Jac's world is turned upside-down when her mother disappears. 31 Apply Some Pressure Episode 313rd May 2010 Mark impresses Cunningham as he helps resolve the porters' strike that hits Holby. 32 Take No Prisoners Episode 3210th May 2010 Oliver shoulders too much responsibility and blows Penny's secret. 33 Time and Tide (1) Episode 3317th May 2010 Mark must prove his leadership skills when the hospital is threatened with power failure. 34 Time and Tide (2) Episode 3419th May 2010 Everyone turns to Mark for advice on the emergency flood situation. 35 Brutally Frank Episode 3524th May 2010 Frank the porter causes chaos across the hospital on Mark's first day as CEO. 36 Taking Over Episode 361st June 2010 Things reach boiling point for Elliot, who has to justify his actions to a new registrar. 37 Cross My Heart Episode 377th June 2010 Greg and Joseph rub each other up the wrong way on a trip to London. 38 Thursday's Child Episode 3815th June 2010 Faye learns she is expecting a boy and tries to keep the peace between Joseph and Linden. 39 Fool's Gold Episode 391st July 2010 Determined to keep his marriage break-up secret, Michael throws himself into work. 40 Swimming with Sharks Episode 406th July 2010 Mark cannot control his unease over Sacha, and misuses his power as CEO. 41 Secrets You Keep Episode 4113th July 2010 Linden's frustration gets the better of him, and he nearly compromises a patient's life. 42 All Cried Out Episode 4220th July 2010 Michael gets paranoid about Ric and Annalese, and is forced to agree to a divorce. 43 Two in Five Marriages Episode 4327th July 2010 Linden wants a family with Faye, but finds himself being the subject of hospital gossip. 44 Dandelions Episode 443rd August 2010 Ric worries about some test results and clashes with Michael over the Moyles Fund. 45 Man With No Name Episode 4510th August 2010 Ric tries to deflect his recent diagnosis by staging a domino kidney transplant. 46 Skipping a Beat Episode 4617th August 2010 Greg tries to take control of his sexual dynamic with Connie. 47 Transgressions Episode 4724th August 2010 Michael is forced to face reality when his date becomes a patient twice in one day. 48 'Til the Grave Episode 4825th August 2010 Ric struggles to keep his illness under the radar, but Michael makes that impossible. 49 The Last Day of Summer Episode 4931st August 2010 Ric collapses in theatre, while Oliver ends up landing Greg in trouble with Connie. 50 Get Busy Living Episode 507th September 2010 Penny discovers Frieda's secret past, while Ric finally agrees to chemotherapy. 51 A Failure to Communicate Episode 5114th September 2010 Jac learns to eat humble pie, while Greg gets his revenge on Oliver. 52 Test Results Episode 5221st September 2010 Linden returns from his religious retreat and struggles to cope with life back at Holby. 53 Long Night's Journey Into Day Episode 5328th September 2010 Michael struggles to cope with Ric and Connie, while Joseph worries about being a doormat. 54 Revelations Episode 545th October 2010 Oliver wants to prove he's one of the team but ends up having to be bailed out by Frieda. 55 Misfit Love Episode 5512th October 2010 Despite Linden's attempts to leave Faye, their relationship ends up costing him his life.