Series 4 Episodes
After a hung parliament forced a major reconfiguration of government leadership, Peter Mannion was appointed Secretary of State for Social Affairs and Citizenship within a coalition government, requiring close cooperation with Fergus Williams from the junior coalition partner. The political landscape shifted dramatically when Tom Davis's electoral defeat led to his resignation, resulting in Nicola Murray's technical victory over Dan Miller in the opposition leadership contest. The administration faced its greatest crisis following the public eviction and subsequent suicide of Douglas Tickel, a nurse with documented mental health issues, during the implementation of a controversial healthcare bill. The tragedy triggered the Goolding Inquiry, a comprehensive investigation that revealed all three main parties had participated in the illegal leaking of documents, including Tickel's medical records. This scandal ultimately led to Murray's resignation and replacement by Miller, while exposing deep-rooted issues in government communication practices.
Series 4 – Episode 1
MP Peter Mannion is taking charge at the Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship as part of a coalition government. However, he must also work with junior minister Fergus Williams, an arrangement neither man is enjoying. As the series begins, Fergus excitedly prepares to launch his new digital education initiative Silicon Playgrounds, with the tag line 'I Call App Britain', until Downing Street spin doctor Dr Stewart Pearson announces technophobe Peter is going to be the spokesman for it instead.
Episode 1
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Series 4 – Episode 2
Opposition Leader Nicola Murray confronted escalating pressures following electoral defeat, including public harassment incidents and leaked strategic documentation. Internal tensions emerged regarding Shadow Cabinet member Dan Miller's increasing collaboration with Communications Director Malcolm Tucker.
Episode 2
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Series 4 – Episode 3
Dr Stewart Pearson takes Peter Mannion to a 'Thought Camp' at a remote country mansion. While they're away and out of mobile phone range, Fergus Williams invites an attractive female economist into the department to discuss her idea about creating a taxpayer-funded community bank. However, when NHS housing campaigner 'Mr Tickle' commits suicide, Fergus is forced to make a rash decision and Peter finds himself on a slippery slope.
Episode 3
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Series 4 – Episode 4
Communications Director Malcolm Tucker orchestrated a coordinated strategy with Shadow Ministers Dan Miller and Swain to secure Opposition Leader Nicola Murray's resignation during her Bradford constituency visit.
Episode 4
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Series 4 – Episode 5
The controversial key-worker housing policy faced increasing scrutiny as both Secretary Peter Mannion and former Opposition Leader Nicola Murray attempted to distance themselves from mounting public criticism.
Episode 5
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Series 4 – Episode 6
The Lord Justice Goolding Inquiry examined the circumstances surrounding Mr Tickel's death and systemic issues regarding unauthorized information disclosure within government communications. Key witnesses included Malcolm Tucker, Nicola Murray, Peter Mannion, and Dr Stewart Pearson.
Episode 6
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Series 4 – Episode 7
Home Office police funding reductions created significant administrative backlogs. Shadow Minister Dan Miller's fact-finding visit to local law enforcement facilities highlighted growing tensions between departmental jurisdictions.
Episode 7
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