"The Chief" A city in turmoil, a chief torn between loyalty, duty, and conscience.

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Alan Prior’s The Chief is a gripping political thriller that follows James Masters, Chief of Constabulary, as he faces a profound crisis in both his personal life and professional duty. Torn between loyalty to his superiors, his class, and his family, Masters must navigate a violent, strife‑torn city where his decisions carry immense consequences. The drama explores themes of power, morality, and responsibility, highlighting the tension between integrity and political pressure in a world where the chief’s word is final.

Saturday-Night Theatre: Sat 10th Sep 1977, 20:30 on BBC Radio 4 FM

The Chief by Allan Prior
James Masters, Chief of Constabulary, comes to a crisis in his personal life and his career in this political thriller. Does he obey his masters or does he follow older loyalties?
Where does his duty lie - with his job, his class, his family? In the violent and strife-torn city, his is to be the last word.
Directed by Christopher Venning

James Masters: Malcolm Hayes
Helen Witney: Elizabeth Bell
Harry Woodman: Hector Ross
Detective: Richard Hampton
Donna: Amanda Jessel
A Patrolman: Nick Brimble
Johnny: Edward Halstead
Supt Barras: Alan Rowe
The Dean: Roy Spencer
Tom Ramsay: Timothy Bateson
Despatch rider: Kenneth Shanley
Shopkeeper: Sheelah Wilcocks
Army officer: Peter Wickham

(Broadcast date: **1977‑09‑10**, BBC Radio 4 FM)