

James Hacker MP the Government's bumbling minister for Administrative Affairs is propelled along the corridors of power to the very pinnacle of politics - No. 10. Could this have possibly have been managed by his trusted Permanent Private Secretary, the formidably political Sir Humphrey Appleby who must move to the “Top Job” in Downing Street to support him, together with his much put upon PPS Bernard Wolley. What could possibly go wrong?

With his finger now on the nuclear button, Hacker plans his first act as Prime Minister to be a radical new defence policy.
Aired: 1/9/1986
Jim is coached in the world of show business as he prepares to address the nation on his defence policy.
Aired: 1/16/1986Sign in to share your thoughts with the community.