Humphrey attempts to force Hacker into disciplinary action against a local council before an interesting news story comes to light.
This is a very strong episode with some very satisfying character moments and great comic performances.
The plot departs from the usual Minister v Permanent Secretary formula to present Humphrey attempting to bully his way to what he wants through bureaucratic rules and regulations. In this case we see and enjoy Hacker's opportunity to give Humphrey some of his own medicine.
This is one of the strongest episodes for Bernard who gets to do a bit more than just point out the errors in the metaphors used by the two main protagonists. It is amusing to see him taking pleasure out of a situation.
As ever, the civil service is ridiculed mercilessly to the point where it's very existence is called into question. This is done simply and effectively as they weigh up the importance of submitting government statistics against the quality and efficiency of council run services, plus the general well being of citizens.
Along with brilliant dialogue are the fantastic delivery and physical performances of Paul Eddington, Nigel Hawthorne and Derek Fowlds.
This is a very strong episode with some very satisfying character moments and great comic performances.
The plot departs from the usual Minister v Permanent Secretary formula to present Humphrey attempting to bully his way to what he wants through bureaucratic rules and regulations. In this case we see and enjoy Hacker's opportunity to give Humphrey some of his own medicine.
This is one of the strongest episodes for Bernard who gets to do a bit more than just point out the errors in the metaphors used by the two main protagonists. It is amusing to see him taking pleasure out of a situation.
As ever, the civil service is ridiculed mercilessly to the point where it's very existence is called into question. This is done simply and effectively as they weigh up the importance of submitting government statistics against the quality and efficiency of council run services, plus the general well being of citizens.
Along with brilliant dialogue are the fantastic delivery and physical performances of Paul Eddington, Nigel Hawthorne and Derek Fowlds.
