Call the Midwife’s Violet makes big decision following unexpected news

In the arrival of Call the Midwife’s season 14, Violet Buckle believed her term as mayor of Poplar was coming to an end; however, that was not the case.

Tonight’s episode (on Sunday, 12th January) finds our businesswoman engrossed in preparations for the Flower Festival, marking her last civic engagement as an elected official.

But her departure was unexpectedly put on hold.

“I’ve just had a phone call from the council,” she told Fred.

It appears that the incoming mayor has been diagnosed with a serious illness, which unfortunately means they won’t be able to fulfill their duties in the mayoral role.

“They’ve asked if I’d serve a second term,” she said with concern splashed across her face.

At first, Fred seemed distressed with the information, yet later on, he took a moment to gather his thoughts.

“Well, it’s an honour I suppose,” he responded. 

But Violet remained conflicted. 

She said, “I’m really tired, Fred,” and then continued, “We’re both so drained. I think I’ll need to inform them that I just don’t have the energy left.

And that, it seemed, was that.

But while writing her speech for the festival, Violet was still unsure about what she should do.

She wasn’t sure if she should announce a continuation or a retirement,” she explained, going on to mention the significant modifications – or as she put it, “the key parts” – she had advocated for throughout her tenure as mayor.

“That’s great big changes for the better,” corrected Fred. “You can’t stop now.

He assured me, “We’ll find a way, don’t worry about it. When you feel weak, I’ll step up to help.” But just so you know, he added, if he happens to strain his back, things might change.

“Then I’d be no good to you, would I?” he joked.

In conclusion, serving both as the outgoing mayor and then as the newly elected one, Violet officially opened the Flower Festival.

For the upcoming year, it’s not going to be an easy ride, but having Fred there with her will make her responsibilities feel a tad more manageable.

Call the Midwife season 14 continues on Sunday 19th January on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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2025-01-13 00:33