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PC Ryan Draper

Ryan is a committed and principled cop with an impeccable record.

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Played by	Ashley Walters

For this reason he’s been charged with mentoring the new rookie cop, Jake, who just happens to be the Chief Super’s son. But uncompromising Ryan doesn’t care who Jake’s Dad is, he has high expectations and expects Jake to meet them.

A devoted single dad to his two children, Ryan has equally high standards at home but his controlling and over-bearing nature threatens to drive away those he loves most.

PC Jake Vickers

Rookie cop Jake joined the force to follow in his father’s footsteps.

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Played by	Jacob Ifan

But working in the same division as his Chief Super Dad, Jake soon realises that being the boss’ son isn’t a bed of roses – in fact it’s full of thorns – as his new Tutor Constable Ryan is quick to point out his every fault.

Self-assured, if a little naïve, Jake is determined to earn his place on the team but fails to realise that a romance with provocative defence solicitor Simon, could undo all of his hard work.

DS Jo Moffat

Jo is a talented detective.

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Played by	Amanda Abbington

Diligent and organised, she always does everything by the book and gets results.

But whilst her career is going from strength to strength, her personal life isn’t. Lonely and divorced, Jo is having an affair with Robert, her Chief Super.

Whilst initially Jo was happy with the no-strings-attached arrangement, she’s now realising she’s constantly at the raw end of the deal.

Chief Super Robert Vickers

Divisional Commander and Chief Superintendent Robert is a master at compartmentalising his life in order to cope with the pressures of the job.

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Played by	Peter Sullivan

And he’s always successfully managed to emotionally separate his career and his family...until now.

As Robert struggles to cope with wife’s recent cancer diagnosis, seeking refuge in the arms of one of his reports, and with his son now joining the force; Robert’s personal and professional lives are set to collide.

DC Carl Hawkins

Wise-cracking, fun loving, Carl roller-coasters through life and trusts that everything will turn out alright in the end.

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Played by	Shaun Dooley

But Carl is starting to feel the strain as he’s stretched too thinly between his job, his wife, toddler, and three demanding daughters from a previous marriage.

Carl’s new wife wants another baby but Carl’s not keen, and his reckless habit of acting first and thinking later may be about to come back to haunt him.

DI Felix Kane

Brilliant detective Felix is a misfit.

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Played by	Paul Ready

Introverted and secretive, he never gives anything away about himself; he never invites any sort of emotional intimacy.

Felix has always been a loner but he now has newfound responsibilities to contend with... whether he wants them or not.

PC Donna Prager

Action-loving Donna is an exceptional police officer.

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Played by	Eleanor Matsuura

Dependable and capable, she loves her job and working with her best mate Lino - they make a brilliant crime fighting duo - but her overbearing nature is starting to put a strain on their partnership.

To top it all, Donna’s tendency to prioritise work over home is also causing issues in her personal life. Will Donna ever strike the right balance?

 

PC Lino Moretti

Universally liked by his colleagues, Lino is dedicated to the job but doesn’t take himself too seriously.

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Played by	Alex Carter

An eternal bachelor on the lookout for love, he loves working with his best mate Donna.

They make a great team, but his love of doughnuts and failing fitness levels is beginning to threaten their partnership.

PC Misha Baig

Straightforward, friendly and always ready to lend a hand.

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Played by	Bhavna Limbachia

Misha is in her first year as a Neighbourhood PC.

A British Muslim, Misha’s faith is important to her and informs everything she does – including being a police officer.