Julian's day at the circus ends with him having to go to the aid of an injured performer. A knife thrower becomes another casualty and is also taken to Holby. Sandra's relieved to find that Laura, her daughter is safe because she was with Julian. A surrogate mother is beaten up and Sandra recognises her and shatters a childless couple's dream of a baby. Julian and Simon clash over planned staff cutbacks and the staff share a celebration drink with Max on her promotion to the TA.