 Moreover, Gary's friendship with Owen is further strained when the latter punches him during an argument over their ordeal — which proves evident when the bailiffs turn up to clear Owen of his debts that he is unable to repay as a result of what Phelan did to them.Eventually, Owen makes amends with Gary and later departs Weatherfield the following year after he and Anna are unable to resume their relationship.By 2015, Gary has already formed a relationship with one of his newest neighbors - Alya Nazir (Sair Khan).