You Rang, M'Lord?

When word reaches the workforce that the Prime Minister is scheduled to join them for an evening meal, the atmosphere shifts. The announcement of the Prime Minister’s attendance creates a buzz among the team, yet Alf’s focus stays fixed on his companion, Lady Lavender, rendering him indifferent to the occasion. Alf remains unconcerned, his attention wholly captured by Lady Lavender. Meanwhile, Teddy’s attempts to court the women employed at the factory spark discontent, and his flirtatious behaviour towards the factory girls escalates tensions, culminating in a collective walk‑out as the female staff abandon their posts in protest. The juxtaposition of Alf’s aloofness and Teddy’s misguided flirtations drives the episode’s central conflict.

When word reaches the workforce that the Prime Minister is scheduled to join them for an evening meal, the atmosphere shifts. The announcement of the Prime Minister’s attendance creates a buzz among the team, yet Alf’s focus stays fixed on his companion, Lady Lavender, rendering him indifferent to the occasion. Alf remains unconcerned, his attention wholly captured by Lady Lavender. Meanwhile, Teddy’s attempts to court the women employed at the factory spark discontent, and his flirtatious behaviour towards the factory girls escalates tensions, culminating in a collective walk‑out as the female staff abandon their posts in protest. The juxtaposition of Alf’s aloofness and Teddy’s misguided flirtations drives the episode’s central conflict.

This Money Talks episode shows Lady Lavender dramatically flinging her cash out of a window, letting notes and coins tumble onto the street below. Alf watches with a grin, clearly delighted by the spectacle. The brief scene stars Paul Shane, Jeffrey Holland and Su Pollard, whose comic timing drives the humour. The money scatters across the cobbles, drawing a quick glance from passing pedestrians. Alf’s reaction is pure glee, his eyes widening as the cash hits the ground. Relying on visual comedy rather than dialogue, the actors’ expressions carry the joke throughout the short instalment. The simple act of tossing money becomes the centre of the comic set‑up.

Alf decides to stash a portion of the money inside an antique vase, hoping the hidden stash will stay out of sight. However, his plan goes awry when Lord Meldrum, unaware of the concealed cash, includes the very vase in his donation to the Bishop’s auction for Distressed Gentlewomen. The vase, now earmarked for sale, carries the secret funds right into the auction house, thwarting Alf’s attempt to keep the money hidden. Alf's choice to use the old vessel stems from its perceived obscurity, while Lord Meldrum's charitable gesture unintentionally compromises that secrecy. The auction, intended to benefit Distressed Gentlewomen, becomes the unlikely stage for the concealed cash, illustrating how a simple act of donation can unravel a covert scheme.

During the scene, Alf approaches Sir Ralph and relays the news that Lord Meldrum suffered an injury while engaged in artillery duties. He makes clear that the wound was incurred in the line of fire, underscoring the seriousness of the situation. At the same time, James offers his agreement to escort Ivy to the pictures, indicating his willingness to accompany her to the cinema. Both pieces of information are conveyed in a straightforward manner, linking the two characters' interactions without introducing any additional plot elements. The conversation confirms that Lord Meldrum's injury is directly related to his artillery role, while James's consent to accompany Ivy to the pictures demonstrates his supportive stance.