The BenchThe BenchSeason 12001 · 10 episodesLegal drama based in a magistrates court in Wales.MoreEpisodes1Episode #1.1Leanne tries to make a new life for herself, but her previous boyfriend has other plans.2Episode #1.2Hungover Des expects his defense of a local pub owner to be an easy victory. But when he underestimates the skills of new prosecutor Cheryl Cates, his law experience is put to the test.3Episode #1.3A family is left devastated after the death of a daughter in a road accident.4Episode #1.4Farmer Parry is accused of neglecting his animals.5Episode #1.5Matrimonial issues are on the agenda - not just in court, but behind the scenes as well.6Episode #1.6Matrimonial issues are on the agenda - not just in court, but behind the scenes as well.7Episode #1.7Simon and Gareth give evidence against Natalie, but find they are under scrutiny instead.8Episode #1.8Two teenagers give Des a hard time when he tries to defend them.9Episode #1.9Des and Ranjit fall out when Leanne and Brink re-appear in court on charge of possession.10Episode #1.10Leanne's future is in the balance, forcing Des and Ranjit to examine their role in events.Season 2