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Are You Being Served?: Season 2, Episode 2

Cold Comfort (21 Mar. 1974)

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Due to the fuel economy crisis in the country, Grace Brothers has turned off the heating for the day. But as Mrs.Slocomb says "It's like an ice box in 'ere" Management has ordered no ... See full summary »

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Due to the fuel economy crisis in the country, Grace Brothers has turned off the heating for the day. But as Mrs.Slocomb says "It's like an ice box in 'ere" Management has ordered no heating devices behind the counter, but the staff can't bear it and sneak in items to keep the circulation going. However if Captain Peacock finds out, it could lead to a chilly meeting in Mr.Rumbold's office. Written by Nadia Nassar

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This episode was inspired by the real life miners' strike during the winter of 1974, which led to power cuts, a 3-day work week, and eventually to a new government. See more »

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[first lines]
Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold: Oh, good morning, ladies.
Elsie, Gladys: Morning.
Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold: How are we this morning?
Elsie: Me shammy's gone stiff.
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