Paul Oldham

Frank hatches a plan to get his hands on maintenance from his ex-wife Monica, even though he's not living with his kids either.

The housing office is on to Frank, his debts are piling up, and the bailiffs are still on his doorstep. However, Frank has an ingenious plan and with help he stages his own death.

An unexpected visit from social services rocks the Gallagher unit and the family begins to fall apart. Frank goes on a bender after Debbie unleashes on him.