Episode 8

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First Among Equals
18th November 1986 51 mins Season 1 Episode 8

Kerslake endures constant surveillance and threats on his life in Northern Ireland. Fraser experiences drama of his own as changes within his party threaten his political future. Meanwhile, Gould attempts to reconcile with Joyce, and Seymour learns his new wife is less than desirable.

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Season 1 · Episode 9

Episode 9

When Libyan dissidents capture a British navy vessel, the government scrambles to find a solution to the crisis. As foreign secretary, Seymour champions a diplomatic approach; defence minister Kerslake opts for a more dangerous but decisive military course; Gould's inquiry into the event earns him notice; and Fraser ascends to leadership of the Social Democrats.
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01 Tom Wilkinson profile Tom Wilkinsonas Raymond Gould 02 James Faulkner profile James Faulkneras Simon Kerslake 03 David Robb profile David Robbas Andrew Fraser 04 Jeremy Child profile Jeremy Childas Charles Seymour 05 Joanna David profile Joanna Davidas Elizabeth Kerslake 06 Jane Booker profile Jane Bookeras Fiona Seymour 07 Clive Swift profile Clive Swiftas Alec Pimkin
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