Alan Smith, a reform-conscious and somewhat weak jail superintendent, faces resentment from his chief officer Jack Hudson. A condemned convict receives a reprieve - but too late.
Larry Morrison makes a desperate bid for freedom - at Robbo's expense. Sam Wells becomes an informer to help his son. A new officer joins the prison staff and quickly learns that his high ideals will be a handicap.
Larry is met with a brutal welcoming committee on his return to Longridge. Tim discovers that a fellow prisoner may be the key to proving his innocence.
Superintendent Smith comes under fire after a sudden spate of escapes. Pop Epstein tries desperately to convince his psychiatrist that he is fit to be released.
Heather Rogers is terrorised by an intruder at home and Mike is furious. Gazza has plans for Tim - elimination - but Paul Wells foils his murder attempt. Robbo resumes duty in the prison garden, and drooling over the superintendent's wife.
An anonymous caller tells Mike Rogers that the terrorising of his house is from a group of thugs who want Tim dead. Cathy asks Smith to transfer Sam. Robbo makes his move for Smith's wife Julie, and seeks revenge when she shatters his ego.
