Pardon The Expression

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2x1
The Economy Drive
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Brigadier Hawk, the Chairman of Dobson and Hawks department store has issued an order for the staff to economise. Leonard Swindley, assistant manager, proves excellent at the task - even cutting the boss down to size!
2x2
January Sale
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It's time for the big sales at Dobson and Hawks department store and Mr Swindley is in the window overseeing preparations. But he is about to cause uproar by slashing the biggest bargain of the year!
2x3
The Resignation
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In a moment of frustration, Mr Hunt writes an angry, abusive letter of resignation to Head Office. Being his usual bumbling self, Leonard Swindley posts it!
2x4
Self Defence
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Every time Swindley goes to the bank he takes his life in his hands. The answer, he decides, is judo. But when he tries throwing his weight around he causes trouble for everyone. After a .. show full overview
2x5
The Stocktaking
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Having kept the staff up all night doing a stock-take, Mr Swindley proceeds to lose the results. There is one place left to look - the Corporation Rubbish Dump!
2x6
The Home Help
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When Mr. Hunt's wife goes on holiday, Leonard Swindley decides to lend a helping hand and, for once, Mr. Hunt actually misses his wife!
2x7
Big Hotel
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Messrs Swindley and Hunt have taken a trip to London and are staying in a posh hotel. There visit takes an unexpected turn when a surprise guest turns up ...
2x8
The Gaol Birds
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Mr. Swindley is spending the night in a police cell with an old acquaintance called Jeb. When Mr. Hunt arrives to try to get him released, the circumstances that led to his incarceration are revealed ...
2x9
The Host With The Most
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When Mr Hunt has his mother-in-law to stay he decides to stay in a hotel to get out of the way. Mr Swindley intervenes and insists on playing the gracious host to Mr Hunt instead. Mr. .. show full overview
2x10
Whose Baby Are You?
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When Mr. Swindley takes on additional duties as Welfare Officer he throws himself in to the role with enthusiasm. An immediate crisis awaits him as he stumbles upon an unattended baby in .. show full overview
2x11
The Take-Over Bid
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A bunch of high-powered executives descend upon Dobson and Hawks and it looks like the store is about to be sold to a trendy new company. It's a hostile take-over but it appears that the .. show full overview
2x12
Between The Covers
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As the store prepares to announce encouraging sales figures, only one department is lacking ... and that department is currently holding a gathering for the ladies book reading circle - .. show full overview
2x13
Who's Been Sleeping In Our Beds?
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While making his nightly rounds before leaving for home, Mr Swindley finds evidence of nocturnal visitation in the Bedding Department. As Head of Security, Mr. Swindley decides to hold .. show full overview
2x14
A Sheik In The Night
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There's no business like show business for Leonard Swindley when he decides to be the compère for the cabaret at Dobson and Hawks' Annual Ball. There is a definite Middle-Eastern air to the proceedings and Mrs. Edgeley takes a leading role ...
2x15
Rustle Of Spring
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When Leonard Swindley becomes the recipient of a surprise legacy, he suddenly finds attitudes changing towards him.
2x16
The Ghost Of Batsworth Castle
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The staff go on a days outing to Batsworth Castle where Hunt and Swindley are mistaken for relatives of the Duchess. They are invited to stay the night and are subjected to some high spirits - courtesy of the Duke.
2x17
The Sailor Home From The Sea
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Swindley's never been allowed to forget that Leading Seaman Bell once saved his life; now he may be able to repay the debt. Swindley's just moved into Dobson and Hawkes' show flat when .. show full overview
2x18
The Dinner Party
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The manager of the chain's biggest store is leaving, and Swindley sights a promotion; if he can get Hunt into the post, he'll be hot favourite for Hunt's old job. He plans an intimate .. show full overview
2x19
Man's Best Friend
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In a reckless disregard for the health of his dog, Mr. Hunt leaves it in the care of Mr Swindley while he is away.
2x20
Thunderfinger - Part 1
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Leonard Swindley is involved in a story of spies, intrigue and danger. Will he find out who the mysterious Mr. Neptune is or will the beautiful Miss Solare outwit him?
2x21
Thunderfinger - Part 2: Swindley Strikes Back
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Mr Hunt is in the capture of the sinister Mr Neptune while special agent Swindley has been locked in the store cupboard by the mysterious Miss Solare. Will the mastermind be discovered .. show full overview
2x22
The Switched-On Scene
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In an effort to remain trendy and "swing with the kids", Charles Dobson entasks Mr Swindley with arranging the Dobson and Hawks centenary celebrations in the new teenage boutique.
2x23
The Cup That Cheers
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Lady Dobson is about to open the new Sports Department and security is a concern for Mr Swindley as the F.A. Cup is on special display. With a spate of hoax bomb alerts in the area, it is no surprise when the store receives a call ...
2x24
On Health Farm Sommet Stirs
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Mr Swindley is on a diet in a bid to make him trim for the summer. He persuades Mr Hunt to join him in a weekend at a Health Farm but, for both of them, the fat is more than in the fire!

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