if(typeof window.DotMetricsObj != 'undefined') {DotMetricsObj.onAjaxDataUpdate();} { The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. After refusing to participate in a cover-up, DS Steve Arnott (Martin Compston) is recruited by Superintendent Ted Hastings (Adrian Dunbar), head of anti-corruption unit AC-12. After Kate Fleming's departure from AC-12 Arnott is assigned a new partner, DC Chloe Bishop. The raid was masterminded by DS John Corbett (Stephen Graham), who has been posing as a criminal in order to identify the mysterious H. Before Corbett can unmask H, he is betrayed by second-in-command Lisa McQueen (Rochenda Sandall) and brutally murdered. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Star speaks out on leaving. combines improbable buddy comedy with . display: none !important; At the beginning of the second series, Kate visits the protected witness (Alexander Campbell/Tommy Hunter) in ICU, alongside DS Steve Arnott and Supt. [CDATA[ */ DC Fleming accompanies DI Denton to speak to a friend of Carly Kirk, a non-priority misper on 28 day review. Read about our approach to external linking. In Series 5, he relocates to Redman Road Apartments, also in the Kingsgate area. The Line Of Duty series five finale got off to a rip-roaring start on Sunday night, as Kate Fleming (Vicky McClure) was applauded by fans for delivering 'the best line of the series.' 'It's. } Now, stop making a tit of yourself and piss off.. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. The first indication of his eye for the ladies was his flirtation with waitress cum witness Nadzia in series one. Fleming actually possesses the bulk of the traits Hastings wouldve wanted. I don't think she gets away with everything, but you are absolutely right about the Lindsay Denton thing. But with AC-12 always complaining about insufficient workforce? She's been DI Steve Arnott's ( Martin Compston) partner since the first season, where she was undercover at serious crime unit TO-20. BBC Breakfast viewers furious over Line of Duty spoiler 'No point'. Line of Duty viewing figures: How many people watched the LOD finale? Shocking moments: Danny's death scene; Cottan killing Denton; Cottan taking a bullet for Fleming. Vicky McClure. Inspectors have the potential to be promoted to Chief Inspector. display: none !important; You have it. (Tony Gates to Steve Arnott). Your turn next to settle down.. (Hmm.. well believe that when we see it. But she had no such scruples about keeping off her husband. Appearance information Denton then becomes very confrontational towards Kate and asks her "What's the worst thing you've ever done to anyone? However, the job of the DI is not who was the best secret agent (something weve yet to see Steve undertake), rather who can strategize operations and supervise investigations. As eagle-eyed fans will no doubt have noticed, the trailer runs through the main 'H' suspects in quick succession, including Ted, Carmichael, Philip Osbourne (Owen Teale), and Marcus . ? A fan mentioned in reference to the scene. s.src = 'https://au-script.dotmetrics.net/door.js?d=' + document.location.host + '&t=other'; h.appendChild(s); For example, she (and Hastings) both became so wrapped up in their anger at Steve that they were open to the manipulations of Dot. Over six episodes (S6 E1-6), Kate's storyline was . Theres been a couple of ~moments~ where a look has lingered slightly too long, but theyre both smart enough to not go there. But when he was framed as the Caddy and arrested, Sam dumped him their later attempt to rekindle their flame fell flat, leaving Steve, the former notorious swordsman, unable to rise to the occasion. That just does not work for a deputya boss has to be able to trust and depend on their #2. Shes the diamond of her trio with Ted Hastings (Adrian Dunbar) and Steve Arnott (Martin Compston). This scene baffled me! Hes not calm under pressure. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. /* ]]> */ He realised Dot had been using morse code and Steve and Kate came to the conclusion the OCG was headed up by a team of four. The top brass, they don't want me to succeed!" The BBC crime drama returned with its second episode last night, after 10 million tuned in for the season premiere la text-align: center; Maybe but even after that Ted was willing to promote him. And in five frenetic series weve been given some fascinating glimpses into what goes on when AC-12s Kate, Steve and Ted are, er, off the line of duty. But despite them both being currently single,. DI Steve Arnott DI Joseph Barlow DI Kate Fleming DI J Mealiff DI . }; If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Line of Duty: Kate and Steve have been working together for many years, Line of Duty season 7: Jed Mercurio hints AC-12 will return, Line of Duty star's appearance leaves BBC viewers distracted, instead, there was some questionable flirting with, Louise Minchin orders Carol Kirkwood 'to leave' BBC Breakfast studio. Arnott with stab vest and firearm during a raid of, Arnott's detailed personnel record notes (, DI Arnott aims a X26P Taser after his firearms license is temporarily suspended (. But it was soon revealed that her relationship with IT boffin Mark, with whom she shares young son Josh, couldnt be all that. Jed Mercurio is a busy man. His first assignment is to investigate DCI Tony Gates (Lennie James), a high-flying officer with a suspiciously impressive success rate. s.async = true; [THEORY]Line of Duty star admits initial doubts over BBC series[INTERVIEW], Fans were divided over whether Steve should receive a promotion, with one noting: You dont deserve one. Danny is then himself killed, but not before alerting Fleming to the existence of a list of people involved in a child abuse ring. While I definitely think the allegations about not promoting women would help Kates promotion chances but at any review board Steves indiscretion was the cause of an appeal and conviction overturned would put him way down the list for any promotion chances. LINE of Duty fans are split over whether Martin Compston's character is set to leave or get a promotion after the star put out a teaser. change_link = true; "Now that's when the support of friends, family, colleagues can make all the difference, he continued. Season four saw DS Kate Fleming promoted to a DI after her bravery handling the demise of DI Dot Cottan (Craig Parkinson). Kate's cover is blown and she is left at the back of the repair garage, alone. To which Kate said: Yes I'm lucky, I'm working with one of the best. Kate ended up kipping in her car and on one occasion drunkenly banged on the door, after Mark changed the locks, before being scooped up by Steve, who took her back to his to sleep it off on the sofa. She's a huge hypocrite in my opinion and she seems to always get away with everything. Line of Duty seasons one to six are available to watch on the BBC iPlayer now. Could the star be hinting at an upcoming role change for his alter-ego Steve in the upcoming season? Expertly delivered by Vicky McClure, this much-memed line pretty much sums up Kate Fleming in Line of Duty: fearless, fantastically good at her job, but also someone whod be a right laugh down the pub. Despite being contacted by Stephanie Corbett, Arnott decides against seeing her for the time being as he does not see it progressing into a serious relationship. She fully executes what he wantshe could go on vacation and the place wouldnt go down in flamesit definitely would w Steve! Fans took to Twitter in a frenzy, hoping / believing that this was setting up a romance plotline for Line of Duty Season 7. Ive found mine.. You can unsubscribe at any time. Lindsay begins supposedly getting mixed up and suggests they should continue the meeting another time, Kate agrees and leaves the office to return to her desk. Shes also the type of character we need more of, too. The Caddy) and was since promoted to Detective Sergeant. Post By signing up, you agree to Pedestrian Group's Terms of Service and consent to our Privacy Policy. Ted Hastings but is unable to identify his attacker. She also happens to be a mother, but that isnt harped on about every five minutes. Meanwhile, Jo Davidson somehow gains our sympathy, despite her deeds, when we learn she was forced into a life of crime by her gangster family. It said: "Currently AC-12's powers to curb wrongdoing in public office have never been weaker. Did she actually do the hit on Tommy? Rank } More info. I don't understand why Kate was promoted over Steve. The series ends with Steve returning to duty, the chief abuser being convicted and Kate receiving both a commendation and a promotion. She was later, of course, the subject of his most infamous entanglement. Fleming routinely tries to spend time with her son Josh Fleming, but her efforts appear less than successful. DS Steve Arnott has had his fair share of trial and . .postid-1764461 .panel-signup { Realising his career is over, Tony takes his own life - but the corruption does not die with him. In Series 6 it is also revealed he is a trained Taser officer. Its not the exclusively masculine world of the police and crime series of the past, but nor is it just the one exceptional woman whos having to fight battles on her own, says Prof Williams. Kate follows Lindsay in her service vehicle (OV62 KYS), to a telephone box on the corner of Ridgeway Street and Sandhurst Lane. She prides herself on being the consummate professional, unmoved by. Ben Hull in Coronation Street: Where have you seen Sarahs business contact before? Prince Harry and Meghan to be dealt fresh monetary punishment thatll hurt? Memorable dialogue: "You take a shot at the king, make sure you kill him, son!" The pair work at completely different police stations but eventually come together to work as partners at AC-12 under the command of Superintendent Ted Hastings (Adrian Dunbar). SteveSirAlpha Charlie 4-5Sarge (formerly)Southern 156 (series 1)Wee Gobshite But with more than one brush with death over the last five seasons, it seems as though it might be time for Steve to move up in the ranks too. Ever since Kate and Steve started working together, they have always been mates. When I was still living at home, my mum and I had a Thursday night tradition to watch Law & Order: Special Victims Unit at 8.30pm on the dot. Ted Hastings. To be honest, I dont know what I would do without him.. But unlike her co-workers, she doesnt have questionable Freemasonry connections, and her judgement isnt impaired by her wang. Fleming was restricted to desk duties following this complaint which was later dropped after CS Derek Hilton consults Supt. After DC Kate Fleming's failed undercover operation, Arnott briefly goes undercover with Denton. Officers raided flat 59 in error as the 9 had fallen upside down therefore making it look like 56. Well he was going to get it - then he was pushed down the stairwell. Personally, I think Steve should have been promoted. And the counsellor added: And colleagues?" I seem to remember that we'd known he was up for a promotion and that one season just started with that as a given. Indeed when Carmichael (Anna Maxwell Martin) pointed out his habit of shagging witnesses and suspects he doesnt really have a leg to stand on (even before balaclava man put him in a wheelchair). Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Full Name 2023 BBC. I've got a son Josh, he keeps me going." And the. She is a Detective Inspector in Central Police assigned to AC-12. Kate Fleming hints at romance with Steve Arnott for Line of Duty season 7, Line of Duty fans say Nigel Morton should have been H. This scene baffled me! Will Steve finally get rewarded for putting his life at risk time and time again over the last five seasons when he makes a comeback later this year? In fact, Season 6 ended with Kate singing Steve Arnotts praises to the police psychologist. However, withtheir work far from incomplete, could Steve be back in a position of even greater responsibility as things heat up further? And its the same with Line of Duty and Kate Fleming / Steve Arnott. Line of Duty: Is this really the end for Ted and AC-12? After that the promotion was not mentioned. external_links_in_new_windows_load(external_links_in_new_windows_loop); The sixth series will introduce Kelly Macdonald as Detective Chief Inspector Joanne Davidson, the senior investigating officer of an unsolved murder. In season 1, Steve Arnott transfers to AC-12 after refusing to participate in a police cover-up on a botched counter-terrorism operation. Were also yet to hear if Line of Duty will get a seventh season. This demonstrates he cannot be entrusted to oversee such massive responsibility. '&l=' + l : ''; But by series five, Kate told Steve, Me and Mark are making a go of things and I can be a proper mum. } ()); Shocking moments: Tony's girlfriend Jackie (Gina McKee) having her throat cut; Arnott being tortured; Gates killing himself. instead, there was some questionable flirting with DCI Joanne Davidson (Kelly Macdonald). DI Matthew Dot Cottans (Craig Parkinson) dying declaration to Kate back in season three led AC12 to believe they were looking for one ringleader. Why is Kate so important? .postid-1764461 .sidebar-widget.popular-jobs-widget{ if (typeof window.onload != 'function'){ At some point she married her husband, Mark Fleming and the two had a son together, Josh Fleming. Ted Hastings and the rest of AC-12. The ensuing fall-out sees Ted Hastings suspended, investigated and charged with conspiracy by DCS Patricia Carmichael (Anna Maxwell Martin). Kate Fleming . } Subreddit for the BBC original drama series, Line of Duty. ", Kate asks her whether she'd done something wrong but she refuses to answer and says "Yours first." //