Episode 6

It's September 1970 and the local dustbin strike leads to a refuse site established outside Nonnatus House. With Rosalind unwell, Joyce takes over her rounds, including a visit to a rude patient who resents being examined by her.

A journalist reporting on the dustmen’s strike is intrigued with Sister Monica Joan’s perspective. She explains that the current garbage issue is “merely a transient inconvenience” that will inevitably pass.

Sister Veronica and Sister Monica Joan listen to the radio program featuring Sister Monica Joan’s interview on the dustmen strike. Her colleague’s wise perspective sparks an idea for Sister Veronica.

Bakery owner Bernie Midgely arrives at the maternity ward with pastries, along with "a bun in the oven, just about done!"