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![Karen Travers [Written by Michael Brindley]](b.jpg)
![Lynn Warner [Produced by Ian Bradley]](c.jpg)
![Bea Smith [Directors Marcus Cole & Charles Tingwell]](d.jpg)
Episode Details
The VJ tells Vera that he doesn't like the look of Barbara's file and Vera tells him that they share the same opinion about drugs.
Meg knocks on the door and brings Barbara into the office. She sits down in front of the VJ and Vera, Meg stands behind her. Vera introduces the VJ and he tells her that he doesn't like what he sees as she has been put inside for a filthy crime and then carries on doing it on the inside. He tells her that a little more time in solitary might sort her out. Barbara tells him that he doesn't know and then he asks her how she got the drugs into the prison as it can't have been easy and she tells him that she had them all along, since she came in. He doesn't believe her and Meg tells him what Barbara said about an officer helping her. Barbara then denies telling Meg anything, telling her that she must have misunderstood, telling her that she was all mixed up and solitary must have had an effect on her. She meant to say that she was sorry. The VJ asks her to wait outside and she does. The VJ asks Vera what's going on and he tells her that they can't disregard what she has said. Vera agrees with him but adds that she is now denying it. The VJ asks Vera if any of the staff have been involved and Vera tells him that she doubts it, telling him that she has complete confidence in her staff. She tells him that Barbara should go back to her cell for the time being as they are not going to get the truth out of her when she is being locked away by herself. The VJ tells her that she should be watched and Vera tells him that she will be. She tells Meg to bring Barbara back in and she does so.
Steve is talking to Lynn in the interview room. He asks her if she is alright and if there is anything wrong. She tells him that there is nothing important to tell him and he tells her that he has got some questions to ask her. Lynn tells him that she is listening and he tells her that she doesn't seem very interested. She tells him again that she is listening and that he only has to tell her what to say and she will. She tells him that he should have a very good story to tell about her which will make them all cry. Steve tells her that he is bored with her hardened criminal routine and she tells him to talk to her Dad. Steve asks about him and she tells him that he finally showed up. Steve is pleased because he would make a good character witness. Lynn tells her to talk to him. Steve tells her that he would only have to talk about her family background and her home. Lynn tells him that her Dad is good at that.
Meg is taking Barbara to her cell. She tells Meg that she must have got the wrong idea about what she said and Meg tells her that she didn't and that she doesn't know what she has to gain by making enemies for herself. Barbara tells her that she doesn't and that she won't cause any more trouble and that she will be a good, faithful prisoner. Meg tells her that she thinks she is stupid. Meg walks down the corridor.
Doreen and Lynn ask if she knows how lawyers make money. Doreen says she doesn't know but she has never met a poor one and Lynn tells her that they don't have worry about money and Doreen agrees. They stop at Barbara's cell. Doreen comments that they let Barbara out and she tells them that they obviously did. Doreen tells Lynn that it would be, obviously, with the Governor for an Aunty and that it isn't what you know but who you know. Barbara tells her that her Aunty had nothing to do with it and Doreen tells her that others have tried to do what she did and the officers came down hard on them. Barbara tells her that she can't help it as the VJ let her out and that it was Vera who was Governor. Lynn tells her that that's because Mrs Davidson has taken Lizzie somewhere. Barbara tells Lynn that she would know as she is so sweet and innocent. Doreen assumes that Barbara is calling Lynn a dog and tells her that she is the dog. Barbara tells Doreen that isn't scared of her and Doreen tells her that she is dumb as she doesn't have a friend on the inside except her Aunty. Barbara tells Doreen that her Aunty put her in solitary and Doreen mocks her. Barbara tells her that it won't always be the same. Doreen asks her why and then leaves her cell, laughing.
The VJ and Vera are drinking tea. He asks Vera if there is anyone else to see and she tells him that there were only 3. The VJ tells her that they got through them efficiently and that Mrs Davidson usually lets the prisoners ramble on and on. Vera tells him that Erica believes that they should be given a fair trial. The VJ tells her that he wanted to act much more harshly with Barbara but Vera tells him that she thinks they acted as Erica would have wanted. The VJ asks her to explain what she means and she tells him that she is being careful because Barbara is the Governor's niece. The VJ asks her if she had special instructions from Erica when dealing with Barbara and Vera tells him that Erica has played it by the book since Barbara arrived and given her the same treatment as any other prisoner. The VJ asks her if they have had much contact and Vera tells her that it must have been embarrassing for Erica and the VJ agrees. Vera offers him a biscuit.
Erica and Lizzie arrive at their destination and Erica tells her that he has been given the right address. Lizzie warns her to lock up her car as someone might steal it and Erica agrees. Lizzie tells her that she hasn't seen her brother for a very long time and is very excited.
They walk to the door and ring the bell, a woman answers and lets them in after Erica tells her who they are. The woman comments on how bad the room looks and them that the whole place is exactly the same. She tells them that the doctor is there and goes to get him. Lizzie tells her that he always collected lots of stuff and Erica notices a genuine Chippendale table. Lizzie comments that Chippendale is in Sydney as she picks up an object and Erica tells her to be careful with it. Lizzie thinks that is only junk but Erica tells her that it's very expensive china worth about $100. The woman brings the doctor out and he thanks Erica for coming. Lizzie tells the Doctor that she is his sister and asks where he is. The doctor tells her that he is asleep and asks for her help as he has refused to go to hospital. The doctor tells Lizzie to try and persuade him to go. Lizzie tells him that she will asks him if she can sit with him and hold his hand as they have been apart for a long time and every moment is precious. The woman leads them into his room.
Lizzie's brother is fast asleep. The woman tells Erica that he can only get to sleep once he has had some brandy. Lizzie tells the doctor that she will sit next to him and be really quite. The doctor and the woman leave the room, he suggests that she makes some tea. Lizzie starts talking to her brother telling him that the last time she saw him he owed her $50 and then tells him that she isn't going to mention it as $50 is nothing under the circumstances.
Steve is talking to Jean. He is annoyed with Lynn. Jean tries to defend her behaviour by telling him about her Dad. Steve tells her that if she goes into court looking like an 'old lag' then they stand no chance of winning. Jean tries again to tell him about what her Dad said about Lynn being the cause of their problems. Jean tells him that Lynn is sorry and is looking for forgiveness. Steve tells her that her only hope of winning is be portrayed as the innocent country girl who got led astray when she moved to the urban city. Jean tells him to talk to her Dad. He agrees.
Mr Godwin is in Reception with Vera. He tells her that he has had a pleasant afternoon working with her. She thanks him and tells him that she needs to get back to her duties and they say goodbye to each other. Vera leaves as Meg walks in. Mr Godwin asks about Barbara and Meg asks if Miss Bennett has spoken to him. He tells her that she has mentioned it and asks her if she has noticed anything about Erica giving Barbara any special treatment. Meg tells her that Erica punished Barbara like she would have punished any other prisoner. Mr Godwin agrees. He then mentions the accusation she made against an officer and Meg tells him that she withdrew it. Mr Godwin tells her that it has been a lot of fuss over nothing and that there is no need to worry and Meg agrees. Mr Godwin leaves.
Erica is drinking tea. Angus is snoring then wakes up as Lizzie says hello. She tells him that they had no trouble in letting her out to see him and she tells him that Erica is the boss of the prison. He tells Erica that she isn't bad looking for a cop and Lizzie tells him to be quiet. He tells her that he can say what he likes as he hasn't committed a crime unlike Lizzie. Lizzie tells him that he wasn't caught for doing any crimes and then asks to talk about happier times. He asks when they were. He thanks Erica for bringing Lizzie to him as he has been thinking about what to say to her. Lizzie tells him that there isn't any need to say anything. Angus tells him that he only wanted to see her because the Doctor said he was going to die. Lizzie tells him that she wanted them to make their peace before he died. Angus tells her that she should never have married Bert and she gets angry, telling him that Bert would have bashed him any day of the week. He asks her where Bert is and then tells her that she is probably in prison. Lizzie tells him that Bert wasn't as bad as him and Erica tries to stop them for arguing. Angus tells Erica that he has wanted to say what he has to Lizzie for a long time, telling Lizzie that that her family were proud until she went to prison, as she was the first one of the family to be sent to prison. Lizzie tells him that she was driven to it and asks him where he was when she needed help. He tells her that was no where near. She tells him that that was only the case until he wanted some money and he tells her that she was stupid enough to give it. He goes on to tell her that she was always drunk and showing herself off in front of men as well as stealing. Lizzie tells him that he was just as bad as the Doctor and Nurse come back into the room. Lizzie asks him for her share of the money and he laughs, telling her that she got her share from the Sergeant. She tells him to shut up and that she hopes he will rot in hell. He tells her that he will see her there and that she has done him in, she tells him that she hopes so as Erica pulls her away. Lizzie runs out of the room and Erica follows as the Doctor checks on Angus.
Lizzie is listening at the door and she asks Erica if she thinks he is dead. Erica tells her that she doesn't know and Lizzie tells her that she nearly had one of her turns herself. She tells her that she didn't think it would turn out the way it did and Erica agrees. The Doctor comes out and tells Lizzie that Angus is dead. Lizzie tells Erica that she is glad they got there in time and then asks the Doctor if he said anything before he died. He tells her that he told the Doctor that Lizzie won't get anything as he doesn't have a sister. She is angry and accuses him of being tight, telling them that he got the last word again.
Catherine asks Steve if he wants a cup of tea and he declines. She tells him that her husband is at work as they are busy and he tells her that he had better be in court the next day. She tells him that he will be. He tries to convince her to plead temporary insanity and is angry that she won't. She tells him that it would be a lie if she did and a weakness. He tells her that she might go to prison for a long time. She tells him that they have him too see to it that she doesn't. He asks if Sarah is at home and she comes into the room. Steve tells Catherine that she wants to put Sarah on the witness stand. Catherine disagrees. Steve tells them that they have to convince the jury that she was defending her daughter against the man before he attacked her again. Catherine tells him that that is the truth. He tells her that they know that but the jury doesn't. Catherine tells him that they don't need Sarah and he tells her that putting Sarah on the stand in a school uniform will have an effect on the jury. Catherine tells him that it is an open court. Sarah tells her that she doesn't care as long as it will help her. Catherine disagrees and Sarah leaves. Catherine tells him that Sarah doesn't realise what they could do to her.
Lizzie and Erica get in her car and Lizzie asks Erica who she thinks will get what belonged to Angus. Erica tells her to forget it. Lizzie comments that they will have to be getting back to the prison and Erica tells her that there isn't any rush and that they could go for a drive. She asks Lizzie where she might like to go and Lizzie tells her that she would to go to the river.
Vera is talking to the police and she tells him that the women have had it easy for too long. She tells them that Erica has taken the day off and that she is in charge. Vera tells him that she has no experience as Meg walks in. She puts the phone down. Vera asks her why she didn't knock and Meg tells her that it's only her in the office. Vera tells her that she expects the same respect she would give Erica. Meg asks her what she told Mr Godwin about Barbara and goes on to say that he has got it all wrong and that she would like to discredit Erica. She tells Meg that she doesn't like her tone and Meg tells her not to get carried away as she is only in the officer for the afternoon. Vera tells her that she doesn't understand Meg as she is a prison officer like her and asks her what she sees in Erica. Meg tells her that Erica is in charge. Vera tells her that it could change and Meg tells her that she would like it too. Vera tells her that she hasn't made a secret of it and that she has told Erica that she is sick of her. Meg gets and angry and leaves.
Erica and Lizzie are walking across a bridge. Lizzie tells her that she will miss her brother and Erica tells her that she must have had a very colourful life. Lizzie tells her that he was a terrible liar and was always trying to hurt her by bringing up her husband. Lizzie tells her that she knew he wasn't worth much but he was good looking. She tells Erica that they lived in a tent by a creek and had 5 children, two of which died.
They sit down on a bench and Lizzie tells her that he left her for a barmaid and that she had to work as he never did. They took her children away as they told her she was an unfit mother. She tells Erica that she started to slide after that but felt lucky that she got the job with the shearers. Lizzie tells her that she is doing all the talking and asks her to tell a story. She comments that she is the cream of society and that Bea Smith has told her that Erica's father was a judge. Erica tells her that he was. Lizzie tells her that she doesn't give much away. Erica tells her that her father was Chief Justice Marn and her brother was a Member of Parliament. Lizzie asks her why she is governing the prison and she tells her that it's because of the way she was brought up as they were all do gooders. Lizzie thinks that Erica's husband was the same and she disagrees. Lizzie asks her if he left her and she tells him that they did and that she doesn't see much of the Davidson family any more. Lizzie tells her that Barbara is the exception and apologises. Lizzie tells her that she could probably do without Barbara and Erica tells her that she could do without all of them.
Steve is talking to Lynn's Dad in Jean's office. Lynn's Dad tells Steve that he can't pay him the money he normally expects and Steve tells him that his fees are being covered. Steve asks him to appear in court and speak on her behalf. Lynn's Dad tells him that he has to say that she has been a good girl and he agrees, telling her that it might lighten her sentence. Lynn's Dad tells him that it might not be what he wants as prison might straighten her out. Steve tells him that he has his doubts. Jean tells him that Lynn could get an ordinary job on a work release programme but would only be able to do it if she got a light sentence. Lynn's Dad tells her that it might do Lynn good to do some real work and earn some honest money.
Lynn's Dad is talking to Lynn in the garden and tells her that the prison garden is nothing compared to what she is used too. Lynn agrees and he tells her that her lawyer is very good. Lynn tells him that he talks a lot. Lynn's Dad tells her that her mum is on the mend and she tells him that it's good. Lynn's Dad asks her for a smile and then tells her that Steve has asked him to appear in court and he tells her that he will and that they have to look to the future. Lynn tells him that she didn't think she had one, the way he's been carrying on. Lynn's Dad tells her that she won't get far thinking like that and that she has a good lawyer. Doreen appears with two girls as Lynn's Dad also tells her that Jean is trying to help her as well. Doreen asks about her visitor and Lynn introduces her Dad. Doreen tells her that she is alright and asks him if he wants a cigarette, he declines and she offers Lynn one. Lynn takes it and her Dad asks her when she started smoking. Lynn tells him not to make a scene as they learn all kinds of things in prison. Doreen tells him to relax as she is a big girl and he tells Doreen to mind his own business. The girls leave and he tells her that he was talking to Lynn. Doreen tells him that she isn't stopping him and Lynn tells him that she doesn't care. Lynn's Dad pushes the cigarette out of her hand and tells her that he isn't fooled and then asks her if she is trying to act like Doreen. Doreen tells him that she is part of the gang. Lynn's Dad tells her that he came to try and patch things up and that Steve and Jean told him that she needed him. He tells her that she needs someone as she is behaving like a slut. Lynn tells him that she doesn't care whether he is in court for her or not and he leaves. She tries to go after him and Doreen stops her, asking her what he has done for her and Lynn tells her that he is her Dad. Doreen doesn't care. Lynn's Dad tells Jean that Lynn is past helping.
In the recroom Bea is reading out a story she has written. Lynn tells her that her story is pathetic. Bea tells her to shut up and to go and have a cry as she is good at it. She asks her if her Dad came to see her and that she could slap her bum for her if she wants. Lizzie runs in and Bea asks her where the presents are. Lizzie tells her that she was with the Governor and Bea tells her that she should have been able to get round her. Lizzie tells her to be fair as they got on well and that she isn't bad, they got on alright and she is a lady. Karen asks about her brother and she tells her that he is dead. Bea asks her if he left her the estate and she tells her that it's tied up with the solicitors and will take time. Lizzie has brought back the china that Erica thought was worth a lot of money.
Erica is talking to Meg in her office and Erica comments that Vera asked her if Lizzie stole anything whilst they were out. Meg tells her that Vera always expects the worst and Erica tells her that it disappoints her because Vera is often right. Erica notices that Barbara is out of solitary and asks Meg how it went. Meg tells her that he told Barbara off and that Mr Bell was on leave. Meg tells her that Vera advised that she go back to her cell and Erica is surprised. Meg comments that it hasn't been pleasant for Erica and she agrees, calling Barbara a little brat, telling Meg that she has had the best of everything. Meg thinks that she has had it too easy and Erica agrees, telling her that she was given the same easy ride. Erica tells her that her husband Michael and her used to have a beach house that they used to take Barbara too when she was little. She then tells Meg that she probably wants to go home rather than listen to her reminisce. Erica tells her it's been a long day and they leave her office.
Ken and Catherine are arguing about Sarah being in the witness stand. Ken then tells her that they all have to stay calm and that they are getting a taxi to court. Catherine tells him that he looks tired she apologises. He tells her that he is alright and that she needn't apologise. He tells her to listen to reason and that everything will be fine as she has faith in Steve. The taxi arrives and they leave.
In court, the Judge calls Mrs Warren and Steve objects. The prosecution tells the judge that Steve has been trying to put Bert on trial for rape and that they need to hear from his wife of 15 years. Steve tells her that she will just deny his crime. The judge tells him that he will have a chance to cross examine her and that his objection has been overruled and to call Mrs Warren.
They are questioning Ken and the judge asks him if they are to hear Sarah's testimony and he tells the judge that his client has instructed that they wont be hearing from Sarah.
They come out of the courtroom and Steve leads them to a car. A reporter asks Steve if Sarah is taking the stand the next day and Steve tells him that she isn't. They get in the car and the reporter asks him why he has taken on a lame duck. Ken threatens him and Steve puts him in the car and they drive off as the reporters take photos.
The next day the judge tells Catherine that the jury has found her guilty of Albert Warren's death but that they are convinced that there are mitigating circumstances, telling that whether he raped her daughter or not, she took the law into her own hands and that they are to be protected by the law and the police. He tells her that her powerful sense of right and wrong does not excuse what she did and he sentences her to 3 years in Wentworth. Ken looks at Steve, he looks at the prosecution.
Outside Ken asks Steve about appealing against her sentence and Steve tells her that they can't. Catherine comes out and Sarah hugs her, apologising. Catherine tells her that she must take care of her Dad as they are going to need each other. They all hug each other and Catherine tells them that 3 years isn't forever as she is put into a police car and driven away. Steve tells them that he will drive them home.
Catherine is inducted by Meg, who tells her to keep an eye on her belongings as they might accidentally disappear. She is led away to the shower block by another officer.
Ken asks Steve when he has to pay and Steve tells him that there is no rush. Ken tells him that he will pay him soon. Steve tells him that he will leave. There is a knock at the door and Sarah answers. Steve leaves and one of Ken's friends comes in and asks him how it went. He tells him that Catherine got 3 years. Ken tells Sarah to go out as he has things to talk about. Sarah leaves. Ken's friend, Frank pours himself a drink and Ken asks him how things are. Frank tells him that they haven't got any money and that they are on a loss. Ken tells him that he is going to have sell one of the properties and Franky disagrees. Ken tells him that he needs the money and Frank tells him that it's for personal purposes and that he can't do as it goes against the terms of their partnership. Frank tells him that he can sell his share as he needs the money. Ken tells him that he isn't a friend. Frank tells him that it isn't good for business and tells him that it isn't his fault that Catherine is crazy. Ken tells him to get out and he leaves.
Catherine is making her bed and being supervised by Meg. Jean comes in and Meg introduces her. Jean tells her that she can go and see her family and Catherine tells her that there must be more deserving cases as they will survive. Catherine tells her that the state has put her inside for defending her daughter and now the state charity worker wants to be nosey. Catherine tells her that they have done enough and Jean leaves.
Sarah asks Ken if he wants something to eat and he doesn't. She asks him if they are in trouble and she tells him that he doesn't need Frank. He tells her that she has to go back to her Aunty Viv's and Sarah accuses him of wanting to get rid of her. He tells her that it's for her own good. Sarah thinks that he thinks it's her fault and he tells her to stop talking.
Erica is talking to Catherine with Meg present. Erica asks her if she has anything to say. Catherine tells her that she must understand what she did and Erica tells her that she does but she doesn't approve. She tells Catherine that she is going to be in prison for a long time and it won't be easy. Catherine agrees and Erica asks her if she is frightened. Catherine tells her that she might not be able cope with being with the women. Erica tells her that there is nothing she can do and asks her to wait outside, which she does.
Meg tells her that Catherine is scared. Erica asks her what happened with the VJ and Meg tells her that she told her. Erica tells her not to hide things from her and that she is up to the job. Meg tells her that she thought it was all finished. Erica tells her that it isn't as she has had a letter from the Department asking her if she has been granting special privileges for Barbara. Erica tells her that someone has put in a report. Meg tells her that Barbara said that she could implicate an officer in her drug business but then she denied it and then it came out that Barbara was her niece. Erica tells her that she doesn't have to ask how they found that out and that they must have put two and two together. Meg asks her what the Department wants and she tells her that she wants a satisfactory account of the matter or they will be forced to appoint an outside investigation. Erica tells Meg that she wants to see Barbara and Meg leaves.
Meg is walking along the corridor when Lynn asks her if Jean has heard anything from her Dad. Meg asks Lynn to ask her and she tells Meg that she hasn't heard from him for two days. Meg asks her what she said to him when he was here and Lynn tells her that she said nothing. Meg doesn't believe her and tells her to decide what she wants. Lynn tells her that he should too and walks back down the corridor.
In the recroom Bea is talking to Lizzie and Catherine. Bea tells her that 3 years isn't long and Catherine tells her that it seems a long time. Bea tells her that it will go in quickly. Lizzie asks her if Bert really did rape her daughter and Catherine tells her that that is was Sarah said. Bea tells her they then put Catherine inside and that the law is set up wrong and that the police never catch the one they should be looking for and then tells her that they have all been done. Lizzie tells her that they have all been screwed and they laugh.
Steve is talking to Karen and she asks about Catherine. He tells her that she got 3 years and that she should be in Wentworth. Karen asks him what went wrong and he tells her that he can't perform miracles and Catherine ignored his advice. Karen tells him that he isn't as great as he thinks he is and he tells her that it isn't a good time to argue and that it must be difficult. Karen is annoyed as it is taking so long and he apologises, telling Karen that her trial is in two days time.
Trivia
Lizzie's maiden name was Cameron.
Review written by Mark Wilson
mark@prisoner-cellblockh.co.uk
Screenshots by Derek
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