Common As Muck
Episodes
Episodes
EP 10· 50m

The Nose Out of Joint

A drama series that follows the adventures of a gang of dustbin men as they face the realities of privatisation. They're a wild bunch, a law unto themselves. But with the local people thinking they would be better off with a private company, the last thing the boys should do is put a powerful nose out of joint.

EP 20· 50m

Keeping the Refuse Tender

The day of judgement approaches and the management will have to take radical action if they're going to hang on to the refuse tender. Supercrew's card is marked and they'd better watch out if they're not to run into a bin-load of trouble.

EP 30· 50m

The Weekend

It's the weekend and the council are meeting to decide who gets the refuse tender. It's Jonno's big night out and Nev comes face-to-face with a secret from his past.

EP 40· 50m

Supercrew at the Job Centre

The Belgians have taken over, in the form of Propre UK and the sleek Brian Forget. The binmen have to grit their teeth and sign on with the privatised outfit, even at lower wages. Only Ken refuses and gets himself paid off - but not for long. Working life for the 'supercrew' is looking unliveable - until Ken starts taking an interest in Euro-legislation.

EP 50· 50m

Cash Bonus

Ken receives good news from his employer and Denice has an announcement to make. Jonno finally discovers what Marie does for a living.

EP 60· 50m

One More Battle to Fight

The binmen decide to fight back against Propre UK and stage a go-slow.