The Gaffer

A new opportunity with an Eastern connection tempts Fred along with new risks.

Fred quits and plans a new life abroad; the workers take over, but can the factory survive?

A new opportunity with an Eastern connection tempts Fred along with new risks.

Fred quits and plans a new life abroad; the workers take over, but can the factory survive?

Shop steward Harry threatens a strike; Fred scrambles to keep the factory running and his creditors at bay.

Fred eyes a better position but politics at work and home complicate his plans.

Betty gets cousin Albert a job; his chaos quickly disrupts the factory.

An old friend returns, dragging Fred into trouble and awkward loyalties.

With Betty on holiday, temp Rose rattles Fred and upsets the factory routine.