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Know Your Place: Selected episodes from the BBC Radio Comedy

"Eight episodes from the 1980s sitcom about a jobsworth caretaker pursued by an over-amorous cleaner Know Your Place ran for two series and 15 episodes between January 1982 and August 1983. Included here are all eight of the surviving shows, starring Roy Dotrice as curmudgeonly caretaker Ramsay Potts and Patricia Hayes as cheery cleaning lady Elsie Spurgeon. Janitor Ramsay works at Worthing Court, a once-prestigious block of Edwardian flats in Bloomsbury that has seen better days. He takes pride in keeping the place spick and span, but flirty, feisty Elsie is always distracting him from his duties – and getting him into trouble. While he’s a stickler for the rules, she delights in breaking them, and while he respects authority, she refuses to know her place. In these eight episodes, the odd couple join forces to deal with an MP stuck in a lift, and Elsie takes advantage when she’s given a storeroom and borrows a flat. Meanwhile, ‘the remarkable’ Ramsay hears the peal of wedding bells, takes on a dangerous job, is forced to give up cigarettes, has a close call with a local gangster – and saves Elsie from being evicted... Written by Andrew Palmer and Nell Brennan, and produced by Edward Taylor (The Men from the Ministry), this light-hearted sitcom also features a host of guest stars, including Frank Thornton, April Walker, Pat Coombs, Norma Ronald and Bernard Bresslaw. NB: Some of the language and humour on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary. Production credits Written by Andrew Palmer and Nell Brennan Produced by Edward Taylor Cast Ramsay Potts – Roy Dotrice Elspeth Spurgeon – Patricia Hayes With Frank Thornton, John Graham, April Walker, John Glover, Pat Coombs, Sue Holderness, Norma Ronald, Nell Brennan, Yvonne Manners, Benny Lee, Joe Dunlop, James Taylor, Frances Jeater, Avis Bunnage, John Blythe and Bernard Bresslaw Episode guide 1 Lift Off 2 Not to Be Used for Babies 3 Room to Manoeuvre 4 Marriage of Convenience 5 Jumpers 6 Sisterly Feelings 7 Health Can Damage Your Smoking 8 Out of the Closet © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Andrew Palmer, Nell Brennan (Author), Bernard Bresslaw, Frances Jeater, Frank Thornton, Full Cast, John Graham, Norma Ronald, Pat Coombs, Patricia Hayes, Roy Dotrice (Narrator)

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The Men from the Ministry: The Early Years: Selected Episodes from Series 1-3 of the Classic BBC Rad

"The original ‘Yes Minister’- 32 episodes of the beloved Civil Service sitcom Featuring the hilarious exploits of the bumbling bureaucrats of the General Assistance Department, the show starred Wilfrid Hyde-White and later Deryck Guyler as the hapless ‘Number One’, with Richard Murdoch as his hare-brained sidekick ‘Number Two’. Together, they muddled their way through Whitehall, creating chaos with their mix-ups, misunderstandings and mismanagement – to the consternation of their boss, the self-serving Permanent Under-Secretary Sir Gregory Pitkin (Roy Dotrice and Ronald Baddiley). The fantastically funny radio forerunner to 'Yes Minister', The Men from the Ministry ran for 15 years and 13 series between 1962 and 1977, with a final fourteenth series made in 1980 for transmission abroad. This volume contains 32 specially selected episodes from Series 1-3, in which – among many other misadventures – the panic-stricken pen pushers bungle in Britain’s space race; get bogged down in a building project; tackle traffic trouble and town planning and come face to face with some little green men… Co-starring as their loyal (but incompetent) secretary Mildred Murfin is Norma Ronald, and taking notes for Wilfrid Hyde-White’s ‘Number One’ is April Adams, played by Diana Olsson. Guest stars include John Laurie, Betty Marsden, Joan Sanderson, June Whitfield, Warren Mitchell, Hugh Paddick and Roger Delgado. NB: Some of the language and humour on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary. Please note, the final minute of Series 3, Episode 10 (‘Getting the Bird’) is missing. Cast and credits Written and produced by Edward Taylor, with contributions from John Graham, Johnnie Mortimer and Brian Cooke Theme music: Top Dog by Ivor Slaney With thanks to Keith Wickham ‘Number One’ (Roland Hamilton Jones) – Wilfrid Hyde-White (Series 1-2) ‘Number One’ (Deryck Lennox-Brown) – Deryck Guyler (Series 3) ‘Number Two’ (Richard Lamb) – Richard Murdoch Mildred Murfin – Norma Ronald Sir Gregory Pitkin – Roy Dotrice (Series 1-2), Ronald Baddiley (Series 3) April Adams – Diana Olsson Mr Dougal – John Laurie Other parts played by John Graham With guest stars including: June Whitfield, Patricia Hayes, Edwin Apps, David Graham, Percy Edwards, Betty Marsden, Julian Somers, Joan Sanderson, Rowena Gregory, Frederick Treves, Brian Oulton, Pat Coombs, Fred Yule, Austin Trevor, John Cazabon, Warren Mitchell, David Nettheim, Charlotte Mitchell, Graham Stark, Hugh Paddick, Jack Watson, Brandon Hawkins, Felix Felton, Bruce Beeby, Peter Bartlett, Ronnie Stevens, Gordon Clyde, Clive Dunn, Roger Delgado, Carol Allen, Hugh McDermott, David Healy and David Fallon First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme 30 Oct 1962 – 8 Jan 1963 (series 1), 1 Aug – 17 Oct 1965 (series 2), 25 Dec 1966 – 12 Mar 1967 (series 3). © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Edward Taylor (Author), Deryck Guyler, Diana Olsson., Norma Ronald, Richard Murdoch, Ronald Baddiley, Roy Dotrice, Wilfrid Hyde-White (Narrator)

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The Men from the Ministry: More Episodes from the Early Years: Selected Episodes from Series 4-7 of

"35 episodes from Series 4-7 of the hugely popular Civil Service sitcom The original ‘Yes Minister’, The Men from the Ministry was a radio comedy phenomenon, running for 15 years and 13 series between 1962 and 1977, with a final fourteenth series broadcast internationally in 1980. In this second volume, featuring 35 specially chosen episodes from Series 4-7, bumbling bowler-hatted bureaucrats Deryck Lennox-Brown and Richard Lamb (aka ‘Number One’ and ‘Number Two’) cause confusion in the corridors of power as they attempt to tackle the many and varied challenges of the General Assistance Department. Whether they’re hitting the buffers over a London tube station, getting inconvenienced by public toilets, baring it all for the sake of a new motorway route or scaling new heights for Sir Gregory’s poster campaign, they’re sure to get into hot water... Deryck Guyler stars as Number One and Richard Murdoch as Number Two, with Norma Ronald as Mildred Murfin, Ronald Baddiley as Sir Gregory Pitkin and John Laurie as Mr Dougal. Guest stars include Kenneth Horne, Sam Costa, Patricia Hayes, Clive Dunn, Jo Manning Wilson and Bill Pertwee. NB: Some of the language and humour on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary. Please note, the Series 4 episodes ‘Out of this World’ and ‘Muddlers in Law’ are missing a couple of seconds at 19:51 and 06:38 respectively. Cast and credits Written and produced by Edward Taylor, with contributions from John Graham, Johnnie Mortimer and Brian Cooke Theme music: Top Dog by Ivor Slaney Pianist: Dennis Gomm (Series 4, Episode 4) The Legend of The Men From The Ministry sung by Graeme Garden (Series 4, Episode 8) With thanks to Keith Wickham ‘Number One’ (Deryck Lennox-Brown) – Deryck Guyler ‘Number Two’ (Richard Lamb) – Richard Murdoch Mildred Murfin – Norma Ronald Sir Gregory Pitkin – Ronald Baddiley Mr Dougal – John Laurie Other parts played by John Graham With guest stars including: David Nettheim, Clive Dunn, Jack Watson, Ronnie Stevens, Kenneth Horne, Sam Costa, Antony Viccars, Douglas Hankin, David Healy, Joan Sanderson, Carol Allen, Graham Stark, Colin Gordon, Gordon Clyde, Jo Manning Wilson, Patricia Hayes, John Curle, John Cole and Bill Pertwee First broadcast on BBC Radio 2, 18 Feb – 5 May 1968 (series 4), on BBC World Service, 15 Feb – 22 Mar 1969 (series 5), 1 Feb – 29 Mar 1970 (series 6) and on BBC Radio 4, 1 Sep – 29 Sep 1970 (series 6), 29 Jul – 23 Sep 1971 (series 7). © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Edward Taylor (Author), Deryck Guyler, Full Cast, John Graham, Norma Ronald, Richard Murdoch, Ronald Baddiley (Narrator)

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The Men from the Ministry: The Later Years: Selected Episodes from Series 8-10 of the Classic BBC Ra

"33 episodes from Series 8-10 of the much-loved Civil Service sitcom, plus the 1971 Special For fifteen years between 1962 and 1977, The Men from the Ministry kept audiences laughing over the course of 13 series, plus a fourteenth series recorded for overseas in 1980. This third volume features the complete Series 8 and 9, eleven episodes from Series 10 and the 1971 special ‘Gone to Pot’. We pay another visit to the General Assistance Department, where eager executives Deryck Lennox-Brown and Richard Lamb (‘Number One’ and ‘Number Two’) are flummoxed once more by the challenges that come their way. From getting embroiled in dodgy doings in the West Country to botching a trade agreement with the Italians, battling unwelcome furry visitors and causing confusion in a moral crusade, the disorganised duo can’t help but throw a spanner in the works of Government... Deryck Guyler and Richard Murdoch star as Lennox-Brown and Lamb, with Norma Ronald as Mildred Murfin, Ronald Baddiley as Sir Gregory Pitkin, and guest stars including Garard Green, Joan Sanderson, Clive Dunn, Patricia Hayes and Dilys Laye. NB: Some of the language and humour on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary. Cast and credits Written and produced by Edward Taylor, with contributions from John Graham, Johnnie Mortimer and Brian Cooke Theme music: Top Dog by Ivor Slaney With thanks to Keith Wickham ‘Number One’ (Deryck Lennox-Brown) – Deryck Guyler ‘Number Two’ (Richard Lamb) – Richard Murdoch Mildred Murfin – Norma Ronald Sir Gregory Pitkin – Ronald Baddiley Other parts played by the cast and John Graham With guest stars including: Garard Green, Sheila Wilcox, John Cole, Joan Sanderson, Patricia Hayes, Alexandra Dane, Clive Dunn, Hilary Pritchard, Patricia Hayes, Dilys Laye, Mandy Cuthbert and Gillie Graham First broadcast on Radio 4 29 Nov 1971 (Special), 11 Jul–29 Aug 1972 (series 8), 6 Mar–29 May 1973 (series 9), 17 Jun-9 Sep 1974 (series 10). © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Edward Taylor (Author), Deryck Guyler, Full Cast, John Graham, Norma Ronald, Richard Murdoch, Ronald Baddiley (Narrator)

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The Men from the Ministry: The Final Episodes: The Complete Series 11-14 of the Classic BBC Radio Co

"The complete Series 11-14 of the long-running Civil Service sitcom The hugely popular precursor to ‘Yes Minister’, The Men from the Ministry had the nation in stitches for 13 series between 1962 and 1977. In 1980, a fourteenth series, comprising remakes of episodes from Series 1-4, was made by the BBC Transcription Service and aired abroad. Some of these remakes are the only surviving versions of their stories, as recordings of series 1-4 have been lost to time. In this fourth and final volume, comprising all 43 episodes from Series 11-14 of the classic comedy, we take one last ride on the Ministry merry-go-round in the company of bird-brained bureaucrats ‘Number One’ and ‘Number Two’ of the General Assistance Department. As they spread chaos and confusion in the corridors of Whitehall, their manifold misadventures include trying to play Cupid for secretary Mildred, suspecting each other of espionage, plumbing new depths with a naval survey, bungling a British food promotion in New York and blundering through Anglo-Chinese Friendship month... Deryck Guyler stars as ‘Number One’ and Richard Murdoch as ‘Number Two’, with Norma Ronald as Mildred Murfin and Ronald Baddiley as Sir Gregory Pitkin. Among the guest stars are Pat Coombs, Cass Allen, John Cole, Corinna Marlowe, Hilary Pritchard and Nicolette McKenzie. NB: Some of the language and humour on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary. Cast and credits Written and produced by Edward Taylor, with contributions from John Graham, Johnnie Mortimer and Brian Cooke Theme music: Top Dog by Ivor Slaney With thanks to Keith Wickham ‘Number One’ (Deryck Lennox-Brown) – Deryck Guyler ‘Number Two’ (Richard Lamb) – Richard Murdoch Mildred Murfin – Norma Ronald Sir Gregory Pitkin – Ronald Baddiley Other parts played by John Graham With guest stars including: Pat Coombs, Cass Allen, John Cole, Corinna Marlowe, Hilary Pritchard and Nicolette McKenzie First broadcast on Radio 4 26 May-18 Aug 1975 (series 11), 6 Jul-24 Aug 1976 (series 12), 4 Jul-22 Aug 1977 (series 13). Series 14 first recorded 13 Apr-6 May 1980. © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Edward Taylor (Author), Deryck Guyler, Full Cast, John Graham, Norma Ronald, Richard Murdoch, Ronald Baddiley (Narrator)

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The Arthur Haynes Show: Selected Episodes from the BBC Radio Vintage Comedy

"The legendary comedian stars in his wickedly funny sketch show, written by Johnny Speight Arthur Haynes was the most popular comedian in Britain from the late 1950s. His hit TV sketch show ran for 15 series, winning him the Variety Club Award as ITV Personality of 1961, and the following year it was adapted for BBC Radio. Included here are a collection of the best surviving radio episodes, featuring the classic comic battles between Haynes and his long-suffering straight man, Nicholas Parsons. In these fun-filled sketches, lead-swinging Arthur bothers his GP, a dodgy decorator torments a house-proud customer, a dubious visitor takes advantage of Vicar Parsons’ charity, and more... There are also frequent appearances from Arthur’s most famous and best-loved character, truculent tramp Hobo Haynes, who delights in recalling how he spent the war ‘up to me neck in muck and bullets’. Written by Johnny Speight, who went on to create Alf Garnett in BBC TV’s sitcom Till Death Us Do Part, this hilarious show boasts a stellar supporting cast, including Patricia Hayes, Norma Ronald, Barney Gilbraith, Dorothy Dampier, Leslie Noyes and Dermot Kelly. Musical interludes are performed by The Temperance Seven with vocalist 'Whispering' Paul McDowell, Joe Brown & The Bruvvers, The Peter Crawford Trio, and The Hedley Ward Trio. Please note: The humour in this programme reflects the era in which it was broadcast and may not reflect current attitudes. Due to the age and off-air nature of the recordings, the sound quality may vary. Cast and credits Written by Johnny Speight Produced by Richard Dingley Starring Arthur Haynes With Nicholas Parsons, Patricia Hayes, Lesley Noyes, Dorothy Dampier, Barney Gilbraith, Norma Ronald, Gary Watson, Joyce Stewart, Graham Stark, Dermot Kelly Songs by Janie Marden, Craig Douglas, Sheila Buxton, Dickie Valentine, Susan Maughan, Gerry Grant, and Danny Williams Music by The Temperance Seven, 'Whispering' Paul McDowell, Joe Brown and The Bruvvers, The Peter Crawford Trio, The Hedley Ward Trio Featuring the BBC Revue Orchestra conducted by Malcolm Lockyer and the BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet First broadcast BBC Light Programme, 22 Oct 1962-18 Aug 1963 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Johnny Speight (Author), Arthur Haynes, Full Cast, Gary Watson, Nicholas Parsons, Norma Ronald, Patricia Hayes (Narrator)

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Anything Legal: A Tale of Two City Gents: A BBC Radio 4 comedy drama

"Wally K. Daly's 1980s comedy about a pair of new entrepreneurs who'll do anything...as long as it's legal Best friends George and Charles have been commuting to work together for 15 years. Then, one fateful day, they both find out that they're being laid off. For a while, they keep the news secret and carry on as normal, but eventually they have no choice but to admit the truth. It's time to take action and find alternative employment - but how? When the Job Centre proves a dead end, they set up an agency offering their services. They'll do anything - as long as it's legal... Their first ventures meet with mixed results: a commission to compose a poem gets them into hot water; a spoilt ambassador's son leads Charles a merry dance, and George has a spot of bother tailing a bizarre giant. Worried that they're not getting enough clients, the duo take on a new secretary, go on a business course that sets tongues wagging, try to improve their DIY skills and branch out into hypnotherapy - but with their business struggling, they're forced to turn to Nanny... Created by well-known radio and TV writer Wally K. Daly, this entertaining sitcom stars Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles (It Ain't Half Hot Mum) as Charles and George, with a veteran cast including Norma Ronald (The Men from the Ministry) and Dilys Laye (Carry on Camping). NB: Contains some dated language and attitudes Production credits Written by Wally K. Daly Produced by John Fawcett Wilson Theme music by Jim Parker Cast Charles - Donald Hewlett George - Michael Knowles Hilary - Norma Ronald GJ - Tony Anholt Futuristics Manager - David Ryall Billy - Michael Bilton Harry the Publican - Colin Starkey Mr Rollings - Jon Glover Ticket Collector - Renu Setna Black Market Job Salesman - Ron Pember Waitress - Sonia Fraser Publican - Douglas Blackwell Isabel - Madeline Smith Little Willy - Stephen Greif Simon - Elizabeth Proud Miss Folliate - Frances Jeater Belinda Bustrom - Sherrie Hewson Job Applicant - Helena Breck Fiona Fenning - Jennifer Croxton Course Chairman/Ghost- Henry Stamper Advertising Lecturer - John Kane Finance Lecturer - Peter Cellier Mr Hunter - Roland MacLeod Marjorie - Dilys Laye Nanny - Marjorie Withers First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 12 November 1984-7 January 1985 © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (p) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Wally K. Daly (Author), Dilys Laye, Donald Hewlett, Full Cast, Michael Knowles, Norma Ronald (Narrator)

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Drop Me Here, Darling: A BBC Radio 4 comedy drama

"All 13 episodes of the classic role-reversal comedy starring Leslie Phillips and Jill Bennett It's not easy, being chauffeur to your ex-wife. Especially when she's wealthy and you're broke...' Leslie Duggan was once a high-flying property tycoon - but then came the 1980s property crash, which wiped out his business and left him broke. Down on his luck and desperate to earn a living, he takes a job chauffeuring his wealthy ex-wife, Caroline, who owns a successful mail order company and is very much on the up. The Duggans may be divorced, but they're still close friends. Although they no longer live together, they're still involved in each other's affairs - and keep a beady eye on each other's love lives. But when they're out and about, while it's Leslie behind the wheel of the Roller, it's Caroline who's in the driving seat - and what Madam says, goes... Drop Me Here, Darling was first broadcast on BBC Radio 2 between December 1982 and February 1983. Recorded in front of a live audience, this light-hearted vintage comedy stars legendary comic actor Leslie Phillips of Doctor in the House and The Navy Lark fame as Leslie, with Jill Bennett (The Nanny, The Sheltering Sky) as Caroline. The stellar cast also features Norma Ronald (The Men from the Ministry), Kenneth Connor (Carry On...) and Joan Sanderson (Please Sir!, After Henry). NB: Contains dated language and attitudes Production credits Written by Andrew Palmer Produced by Edward Taylor First broadcast BBC Radio 2, 2 December 1982-24 February 1983 Cast Leslie - Leslie Phillips Caroline - Jill Bennett Claire/Lisa/Alaria/Moira/Mrs Elliott/Flora/Minicab controller/Kay - Norma Ronald Walter/Policeman - James Taylor Coats/Mr Crabbe/Herr Kobourg/Kelly - Kenneth Connor Betty - Joan Sanderson Simon/Alan Archer - John Kane Derek/Michael - Edward Judd Kramer Hodgkiss - Gordon Clyde Dave - Michael Robbins Heather - April Walker Dr Rogers/Bill Welling - Richard Davies Innkeeper/AA Man/Ben - Joe Dunlop Emma - Eve Karpf With John Graham, Garard Green, Jennifer Croxton and Sandra Clark Please note: due to the age of this recording the sound quality may vary ©2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Andrew Palmer (Author), Full Cast, Joan Sanderson, Kenneth Connor, Leslie Phillips, Norma Ronald (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Norma Ronald