When the Boat Comes In

Matt is still dealing with the problems involving the union. At the same time, the hopeful Billy still believes he has identified a new site for his clinic. The programme, a drama series called Letters from Afar, stars James Bolam.

"Letters from Afar" is a programme presented as an episode of a drama series. It falls under the broader category of television programming and is listed simply as an episode, rather than a full series or film. The title hints at correspondence or connections that stretch over distance, setting the tone for the story that follows. The episode centres on two characters whose lives intersect in contrasting ways. Matt finds himself at odds with his union, dealing with a series of complications that affect his day‑to‑day routine. At the same time, Billy is full of hope, convinced that he has finally identified a suitable site for the clinic he intends to open. Both storylines run side by side, highlighting the tension in Matt’s professional relationships and the optimism that drives Billy’s search for a new premises. The narrative moves between Matt’s union difficulties and Billy’s excitement about the prospective location, offering a glimpse into how each man copes with his respective challenges. The drama is headlined by James Bolam, whose involvement is noted as a key feature of the production. His presence adds a familiar face to the episode, rounding out the cast and anchoring the story within the genre’s conventional framework.