Loose Enz - Coming and Going

One of an early 80s series of stand-alone dramas, Coming and Going is set in a boozy officers’ mess in Maadi in Egypt during World War II. Based on a short story by Dan Davin (who saw service in North Africa and Europe), it centres on Reading, who will never be one of the blokes — but who is now facing ostracism and open hostility. Andy (Kevin J Wilson) has just rejoined the unit after being wounded; and he gradually discovers that Reading’s plight is the result of something far more serious than standoffishness. Reading is played by David McPhail, who was better known for his comedy work.