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After just two days in prison, pensioner Sylvia Hardy had her council tax protest ruined.

Jailed for council tax arrears, OAP Sylvia's protest was ruined by an anonymous benefactor. With Dominic Arkwright. From September 2009.

2. Sylvia's story
After serving just two days of her prison sentence for failing to pay her full council tax, pensioner Sylvia Hardy had her protest ruined when an anonymous benefactor paid her arrears and she was released.
Producer John Byrne.

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama. With recent favourites from BBC Radio 4.

Dominic Arkwright meets people who have lent a helping hand, with varying consequences

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