Wish Me Luck

Liz passes her training course, but finds it difficult to leave Vicky behind. Meanwhile, Matty is accepted to train as a radio operator, embarking on his own path. The drama stars Kate Buffery in the series as part of the programme.

The piece is a drama episode, presented as a programme that follows a small group of characters through a pivotal period in their lives. It is billed as a single instalment rather than a series, and the narrative centres on the personal and professional challenges the protagonists face. Liz successfully completes her training course, yet she struggles with the prospect of parting from Vicky, whose presence has become a significant part of her daily routine. The emotional tug‑of‑war between achievement and attachment forms the core of her storyline. At the same time, Matty receives the news that he has been accepted to begin training as a radio operator, marking a new direction for his own ambitions. The episode balances Liz’s bittersweet farewell with Matty’s fresh opportunity, contrasting the two characters’ responses to change. Both storylines are woven together to illustrate how progress can bring both excitement and a sense of loss. The drama features Kate Buffery in a starring role, lending her performance to the unfolding events. Her involvement helps anchor the narrative, tying together the themes of training, separation and new beginnings within the concise format of the episode.