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Barmaid Irene has an ulterior motive when matchmaking on the Scottish island. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From April 2000.
The Minister reveals to Irene his secret yearning for Moira.
After the initial shock, she realises this unlikely romance could prove advantageous...
Bittersweet comedy written by and starring Lynn Ferguson.
Barmaid Irene Bruce is 30-something and hankering after a better life on the mainland.
Irene ...... Lynn Ferguson
Moira/Agnes ...... Janet Brown
Alberto/Robert/Derek/Bob ...... Lewis McLeod
Ena/Bunty ...... Gabriel Quigley
Doogie ...... Matt Costello
Minister ...... Robert Paterson
Producer: Lucy Bacon
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2000.
Last on
Thu 13 Feb 202504:30
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