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Series 1 (1984)

1. Episode One

First Broadcast: Sun 29th January 1984

Martin is busy organising the lives of all his neighbours blissfully unaware of the approach of a man who will disturb his little empire forever. While his friends embrace the newcomer, Martin is busy organising a protest against a lorry driver who insists on parking in the Close.

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2. Episode Two

First Broadcast: Sun 5th February 1984

When Martin is ousted by Paul as Chairman of almost all of his committees, Ann is hopeful of a renewed social life. But her optimism is misplaced and she turns to Paul ...

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3. Episode Three

First Broadcast: Sun 12th February 1984

When Paul is taken away by the police in the middle of the night, Martin is quick to signal his demise and the nature of his crime is the subject for speculation. "Goings-on" like this have never gone on in the Close and Martin is determined to do something about it ...

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4. Episode Four

First Broadcast: Sun 19th February 1984

It's holiday time and Martin is in his element when it comes to planning it. Martin, Ann, Howard and Hilda have gone to the same resort every year for the last 7 years but this year Paul has offered them his villa in Spain - Martin is appalled ...

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5. Episode Five

First Broadcast: Sun 26th February 1984

Howard suggests a charity 'Vicars and Tarts' dance but, in Martin's absence, Paul is asked to organise the party and, naturally, it is a great success. Martin attempts to claim the credit ...

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