Whether she likes it or not, outspoken, no-nonsense Yorkshire woman Barbara (Gwen Taylor) has become the agony-aunt problem-solver for her extended family. Her husband Ted (Sam Kelly) has the most amazing adventures while driving his cab every day; her outrageous son-in-law Martin (
Mark Benton) seems to investigate the most bizarre news stories for the local television station. Even at work she can't escape; she gets it in one ear from the other receptionist Doreen (
Madge Hindle), whose husband becomes involved in the most perverse activities, and in the other from her sister Jean (
Sherrie Hewson), who positively enjoys relating her latest sexual conquests. Through it all Barbara struggles vainly on, hoping to enjoy a quieter life someday.
—Mark Smith <msmith@osi.co.uk>