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Drama by Henry Darke. Jay is on his first posting as an observer on a deep sea trawler off South America. It is a dangerous world where nothing is quite what it seems.

Henry Darke's first drama for radio tells the story of Jay, a rookie observer on a deep sea trawler. He must ensure adherence to the strict international laws covering fishing quotas, sustainability and safety. It's a time when you need to know who your friends are.

Jay ..... Matthew Aubrey
Kim-Long ..... Chike Chan
Kate ..... Sarah Ovens
Esther ..... Franchi Webb
Carlitos ..... Joseph Balderrama
Juan/Radio Operator ..... Simon Scardifield
Dad ..... Kenny Blyth
Lecturer ..... Michael Bertenshaw
Sisco/Lazrus ..... Richie Campbell

Directed by Gemma Jenkins

44 minutes

Last on

Fri 16 Apr 2021 14:15

Broadcasts

  • Tue 16 Apr 2019 14:15
  • Fri 16 Apr 2021 14:15

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