Open Government
Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Feb 25, 1980
The Rt Hon Jim Hacker, newly appointed Minister for Administrative Affairs, finds his idealism challenged from the start.
Episodes
The Official Visit
Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Mar 3, 1980
Jim receives an African President, who turns out to be a friend from his university days.
The Economy Drive
Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Mar 10, 1980
Jim attempts to initiate an economy drive within the Civil Service.
Big Brother
Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Mar 17, 1980
Sir Humphrey is concerned about a new National Integrated Database.
The Writing on the Wall
Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Mar 24, 1980
Jim Hacker MP is considering the introduction of identity cards.
The Right to Know
Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: Mar 31, 1980
Sir Humphrey is bothered by the controversy surrounding an endangered badger colony.
Jobs for the Boys
Episode: 1x07 | Airdate: Apr 7, 1980
Jim seeks help from a banker when a pet project seems near to collapse.