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James Shelley, an educated, sardonic, permanently unemployed "professional freelance layabout," has many battles with authority, the tax-man, his landlady, and his girlfriend Fran.

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7 Episodes

Moving In
E1
Moving InIntellectually-talkative (but terminal layabout) James Shelley and his writer girlfriend Fran are desperate to move out of their present shared accommodation into a home of their own. Their search for the perfect pad isn't easy, but circumstances conspire to lead them to the unlikely bedsit haven of sharp-tongued landlady Mrs Hawkins.
The Nelson Touch
E2
The Nelson TouchShelley isn't impressed when his local pub is destined for a kitsch makeover. He gets yet more grief at the Labour Exchange, who seem determined to put an end to his cushy lifestyle and endless payouts. Meanwhile, Fran has some news that may make him finally want to change his layabout ways.
Gainfully Employed
E3
Gainfully EmployedFollowing a drunken evening stint as Nelson at the Victory pub, Shelley wakes up in the morning next to a strange woman. He has some serious explaining to do, not to mention waking up to the reality of finding some permanent gainful employment.
The Distaff Side
E4
The Distaff SideShelley has finally completed his week doing a 'proper' job at an advertising agency, but is a bit shocked when he sees how much tax is deducted from his first pay packet. Could it be that proposing marriage to Fran will lessen his financial burdens and provide much-needed tax relief?
Elders and Betters
E5
Elders and BettersVisiting a health shop, Shelley is appalled at the high prices of some of the items. The moment he and Fran have long dreaded has arrived. Travelling by train, they arrive at the country home/farm of Gordon Smith, Fran's rich Dad.
May the Best Man Win
E6
May the Best Man WinWith his wedding looming, Shelley nominates his best friend Ned as his Best Man. Fran doesn't seem too impressed, what with Ned's track-record of drinking and getting involved in the odd punch-up. With Ned now hospitalized following his latest fracas, Shelley needs to ease him gently away from the idea in hope of keeping Fran sweet.
Nowt So Queer
E7
Nowt So QueerShelley and Fran are due to throw a dinner party for their friends, and Shelley is on cooking duties. But his cullinary efforts are jeopardized by constant interruptions and unwanted callers - will he and Fran ever be left in peace?