The Bill

Ring‑a‑Ring O’Roses presents a feature‑length episode centred on detectives Ackland and Rawton. The pair, in this case, probe allegations that a HIV‑positive gambler is intentionally transmitting the virus to sex workers, seeking to uncover the truth behind the purported deliberate infections.

Ring‑a‑Ring O’Roses is presented as a feature‑length episode, listed under the programme type and classified within the episode genre. It stands alone as a single, extended instalment rather than part of a multi‑part series, offering a self‑contained narrative that runs to the length of a full‑length film. The core of the story follows Ackland and Rawton as they probe a disturbing set of accusations. Their investigation centres on a claim that a client who is HIV‑positive is deliberately passing the virus on to sex workers. The two investigators pursue the allegations, seeking evidence and attempting to understand the motives behind the alleged intentional infection. Throughout the episode, the focus remains on the methodical work of Ackland and Rawton. Their inquiry drives the plot, with each step of the case unfolding within the confines of the investigation. As a feature‑length piece, the episode allows ample time for the detectives to examine the claims, interview those involved and piece together the circumstances surrounding the alleged wrongdoing. The narrative stays tightly bound to the central premise, offering a clear account of the detectives’ efforts to uncover the truth behind the serious allegations.