First episode of Minder (1979) written by Tony Hoare. He went on to write 19 episodes. The last one being The Long Good Thursday (1994). He previously wrote 3 episodes of The Sweeney (1975), starring Dennis Waterman
First appearance of Debbie, played by Diana Malin. She appeared in 5 Episodes. The last one being Poetic Justice, Innit? (1982)
William Morgan Sheppard (John) previously appeared with Dennis Waterman in Jackpot (1975) as Detective Chief Inspector Morrison.