A gang of dustbin men, a wild bunch, a law unto themselves, face the realities of privatisation, when local people think they'd be better off with a private company, the last thing the boys should do is put a powerful nose out of joint.
It is judgement day for the Supercrew; if George catches any of the men drinking on the round they'll be instantly dismissed. Jonno wins the draw for a night out with Miss Parks and Gardens. Ken tries to come to terms with Denice's affair.
While visiting Foxy in hospital, Nev runs into an old friend, whose wife he was in love with years earlier. Jonno falls for Marie, while Ken has an exhausting few days trying to get Denice pregnant.
The Belgians have taken over, in the form of Propre UK and the sleek Brian Forget. The binmen have to grit their teeth and sign on with the privatised outfit, even at lower wages. Working life for the 'supercrew' is looking unliveable.
Tensions run high as the new schedule starts to take it's toll on the workmen, and Ken suspects Sunil is having an affair with Denice. Jonno finally discovers what Marie does for a living. Denice has an announcement to make.
The binmen decide to fight back against Propre UK and stage a go-slow. Marie helps Jonno get one over on George Ward. Ken and Denice come to terms with everything that's happened between them.