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Season 1 – The Bench

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Following the lives of those working set in the magistrates' court of a small Welsh town and exploring the challenges face on a daily basis.
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The Bench — Season 1

The Bench — Season 1

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Mark Lewis Jones

Actor

Lesley Vickerage

Actor

Philip McGough

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Eiry Thomas

Actor

Matthew Robinson

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 17, 2001 Leanne is trying to make a new life for herself, but her ex-boyfriend has other plans. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 24, 2001 A hungover Des underestimates skills of new prosecutor Cheryl Cates. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 31, 2001 A family is left devastated after the death of a daughter in a road accident. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 7, 2001 Farmer Parry is accused of neglecting his animals; Ange is accused of neglecting her baby. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 14, 2001 Ranjit and Des place a bet on the outcome of a case involving a violent feud. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 21, 2001 Matrimonial issues proceed on the agenda, not just in court, but behind the scenes as well. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 28, 2001 Simon and Gareth give evidence against Natalie, but find they are under scrutiny instead. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 5, 2001 Two teenagers give Des a hard time when he tries to defend them. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 12, 2001 Des and Ranjit fall out when Leanne and Brink re-appear in court on charge of possession. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 19, 2001 The Bench Leanne's future is in the balance, forcing Des and Ranjit to examine their role in events. Details

Season Info

Executive Producer
Matthew Robinson
Network
BBC
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 17, 2001