Carry On at Your Convenience

A bolshy and wily union representative who stirs up trouble with strikes, yet also tries to defend his workers’ interests. He blends cheeky humor with a shrewd sense of bargaining, making him a catalyst for both conflict and compromise.

The site foreman who acts as a bridge between workers and management. He’s witty, pragmatic, and loyal, keeping the factory running while navigating the daily skirmishes of strikes and relationships.

Traditionalist owner of the factory, obsessed with control and wary of change. He embodies authority and stubbornness, but also reveals vulnerability when the big overseas order is at stake.

W.C. Boggs’s son, a playboy who nonetheless secures a large overseas order that could save the business. His charm fuels romantic subplots while challenging his father’s rigid views.

Sid’s daughter, torn between Vic Spanner and Lewis Boggs, caught in the crossfire of love and workplace politics. She represents youthful desire and the pull between loyalty and personal happiness.

Canny neighbour and Sid’s brassy co-worker whose flirtations complicate marriages and friendships. A confident presence who challenges norms with sharp humor.

Sid’s wife, a homemaker with a fondness for her budgie and a febrile domestic life. Her presence grounds the comedy in everyday relationships and gossip.

Sid’s bookmaker, quick with bets and wheeling and dealing as the crew pushes for wins and a financial lifeline for the firm. A comic foil who adds a touch of risk and luck.

Prissy product designer who pushes for innovative but dubious additions like a bidet, challenging W.C. Boggs’s traditionalism with new ideas and a comic twist.

Bernie is a bumbling ally to Vic, providing clumsy support in both union maneuvers and workplace misadventures.

A travelling salesman, neglectful husband and foil to chirpier colleagues; his absence and behavior fuel tension in the Chloe-Sid dynamic.

Lovely secretary who catches the eye of the boss; her presence intensifies the comedy of flirtation and concealment.

Canteen staffer who adds to the social atmosphere of the factory floor and the romance/banter among workers.