by ARLINE WHITTAKER starring .
When Roland's mother turns up with the news that she has bought a puppy for Elsie, there is a distinct lack of enthusiasm in the Beecroft household. After all, it is a sheepdog and Elsie doesn't keep sheep. Sharon, on the other hand, is mourning for Winston, her pet tortoise, who appears to have been a victim of the council repair truck.
Sound ROY BRADSHAW
Designer PAUL MONTAGUE Lighting ROBIN EMPSALL
Executive producer ROGER RACE Produced and directed by MIKE STEPHENS BBC Manchester