John Kershaw

Father's Help

A father who ditched his family life to be free and single again finds some unexpected guests left on his doorstep by his wife who has now done the same.

Ireland, Mother Ireland

A story of the timeless futility of war and death by war, of men who fought for their country, killed for a dream of freedom and died because they were betrayed.

The Company Man

Agnes realizes 'the other woman' in her and Bob's family life is the company he works for. 'The Company' demands total priority and loyalty in Bob's life.

The Dolly Scene

Anna can't seem to help ending up with the wrong partner in a line of disastrous affairs. Her hope now lies with a young man from the pop music scene.

Poor Mother

Nineteen-year-old Bambi is upset when her husband is late arriving to see their new-born child, especially when she discovers that the wine he has brought is not intended for her.

The Second Interview

A man who has become a slave to buying luxuries tells his wife that he is being interviewed for a higher-paid position at work.

Warm Feet, Warm Heart

Albert has to chose between his wife Ursula and Molly, the cook in his factory. One empties his wallet regularly, the other other feeds him heartily.

The Prime Minister's Daughter

In a fictitious English parliament, various tactics are employed in the pursuit of power, even to the extent of bismerching member's of a politician's family.

Young Man in Trouble

A problem for Frank and Margaret turns out to be a false alarm, or even a blessing in disguise.

The End of the Line

On the Edinburgh to London night train, two strangers meet in an otherwise empty carriage. They start to reveal some shocking facts about themselves and a tale of espionage develops, as both men are not what they first seem to be, which turns the journey into a nightmare for one of them.

The World in a Room

Harry Steffans and his coloured wife, Annie, find it difficult to rent a flat.

The Others

Robert and Claire inherited an old Victorian house which they plan to renovate. While visiting the place their car breaks down and they are forced to spend the night there.

Up Among the Cuckoos

A couple rebel against being forced out of their home (in the name of progress) and into a high rise publicly owned apartment.