NEWS REPORTS: There's an atmosphere of shock in Westminster following this momentous...
Recent turmoil in the corridors of power has reached a tipping point... The nation was being compelled to
seek a leader who will be... According to reports the handover came swiftly and clinically...
..has gone up around Whitehall, while the name of our new leader remains a closely guarded
secret. 7-9 inbound. He's coming into the building now. Good. This has all happened
extremely quickly. To say we've been caught with our pants down is an understatement.
The security implications are also very complicated. Apparently the new PM's asked for her new
principal protection officer by name. That's quite irregular. What's she up to? Sir? Ma'am?
At ease, David. Before we get going, can we first apologise for some of the things that
happened? We're very, very sorry that... SIRENS DROWN SPEECH. ..turned out to be behind the
conspiracy. And that they tried to frame you. And kill you. Thank you. We've had a personal
inquiry about you receiving an extraordinary assignment at the highest level. The very
highest level. You need to jump through some hoops to prove you're the right man for the
job. Hoops? Just a simple interview. When? Wait here. Ah. Budd. Pleased to meet you.
Sir. I've been asked to carry out your evaluation. Very good, sir. Right. Well, one of the most
important actions of a protection officer is being able to turn your head slowly with
a hard gaze. Can you do that, Budd? That's very impressive. Of course, where most bodyguards
fall down is that they can only do it in one direction. Well, I never. Quite remarkable.
In the event of a threat directed at the principal, what would be your response? I'd whip out
my Glock. Your...? My Glock. The close-quarters firearm of choice for the specialist protection
officer. Yes, of course. I could swear that you said... No. My Glock, sir. Excellent.
Are you comfortable in dealing with someone who is much better looking than you? I suppose
that's possible. I'll give it my best shot. Are you comfortable dealing with someone who
is really quite a lot posher than you? Definitely. I'm used to that, sir. Old Etonians. They're
everywhere. Like vermin. I'm a man of the people. That's how we're made at Harrow. Sorry
about the cloak and dagger. There's been a change at the top. The very top. Follow me.
Prime Minister, Police Sergeant Budd. Oh, Sergeant Budd. I'm glad to meet you. Prime
Minister. The nation is in crisis. I've been appointed to steady the ship because I'm universally
liked and respected. Of course, ma'am. Yet despite my immense popularity, I must take
security precautions. Very good, ma'am. We'll be working very closely. Is it all right if
I call you David? Yes, ma'am. You've arrived at a crucial time. We've got some controversial
budgetary cuts to make next week and, because we're all in this together, I've volunteered
to accept stringent cuts myself. In what ways, ma'am? Usually you'd have two people working
with you. But now I'm afraid it's going to be only you. I'm sure we'll cope. David, I
need you to be strong and stable. Are you up to it, David? I hope so, ma'am. Not weak
and wobbly. Never. Excellent. I'll make the necessary arrangements. You know, I'm worried
that this isn't enough to set the right example. When travelling, traditionally the Prime Minister
has her own room but that's extravagant. I shall have to share with my principal protection
officer. Share? It's a sacrifice I must make. How does that sound to you, David? Whatever's
necessary, ma'am, for the good of the country. Exactly. For the good of the country. I look
forward to getting straight down to work. Excellent. NEWS REPORTS: The Prime Minister
has embarked on a whistle-stop tour... ..with only her principal protection officer for
company... ..she's weary in the mornings... ..no doubt having been up all night worrying
about the economy. Downing Street staff though are privately expressing concern. Do you require
any assistance with your box, ma'am? Thank you, David. Maybe later. Very good, ma'am.
RADIO: Sierra Zulu 7-9, hold position. What appears to be the holdup? Stand by, ma'am.
Sierra Zulu 7-9 outbound, request sitrep? It's an ongoing anti-corruption investigation.
THUDDING. PS Budd. What seems to be the problem, sir? You can see who I've got in the back.
There's only one thing I'm interested in, and one thing only. And that's bent coppers.
What have we got in here then? Nothing. Open her up. SWITCH CLUNKS. Busted! I knew it.
Everything sorted, David? Yes, ma'am. Absolutely fabulous. Are we there yet, sweetie? THUD.
Drive. Lavender outbound. RADIO: What? Do you know if I'm in series two? You're dead.
Am I? You're dead. Am I?