Jan Etherington is a British writer, journalist and producer.

Early life

Career

She first came to prominence as creator and writer of '' Second Thoughts'' along with her husband

Gavin Petrie Gavin Petrie is a British writer and producer. He first came to prominence as creator and writer of '' Second Thoughts'' along with his wife Jan Etherington. ''Second Thoughts'' was originally a radio series (1988–1992) before being turned into ...

. ''Second Thoughts'' was originally a radio series (1988–1992) before being turned into a television series starring James Bolam, Belinda Lang,

Lynda Bellingham Lynda Bellingham, OBE ( ; 31 May 194819 October 2014) was an English actress, broadcaster and author. She acted in television series such as '' All Creatures Great and Small'', ''Doctor Who'', '' Second Thoughts'' and '' Faith in the Future''. Sh ...

and Julia Sawalha and broadcast for five series on ITV (1991–1994). This husband and wife partnership also created BBC sitcom ''

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'' which aired for three series (1995–1997) starring Penelope Keith and William Gaunt in the lead roles. Following the success of '' Second Thoughts'' a sequel was created in the shape of '' Faith in the Future'' also starring

and Julia Sawalha in their original character roles. This aired for three series, again on ITV (1995–1998). Petrie and Etherington then went on to create, write and produce a final sitcom for ITV ''

Duck Patrol ''Duck Patrol'' was a short-lived British television comedy series that originally aired in 1998. Produced by LWT for the ITV network, it centred on a river police station by the River Thames. The series consisted of seven episodes: Flying C ...

'' starring Richard Wilson, David Tennant and Samantha Beckinsale. It was less successful than their previous series and lasted for just seven episodes in 1998 before being axed by ITV.

Writing credits

*'' Second Thoughts'' (1991–1994) *''

'' (1995–1997) *'' Faith in the Future'' (1995–1998) *''

'' (1998) *'' The Change'' (radio show, Nov 2001–Nov 2003) *''

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'' (radio show, 2018–2020)

Production credits

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References

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