Casualty story highlights the ‘harrowing realities of a drug crisis’

The world of the Holby City Accident and Emergency returns to BBC One…

Casualty has today released a preview trailer for the launch of its next themed storyline with the promo showcasing highlights of Supply and Demand.

The Beeb describe the forthcoming series as a “gripping new twelve-parter” which will delve “into the harrowing realities of a drug crisis”.  An interruption to the illegal drug supply chain puts pressure on the entire Emergency Department, who are also under strain from clinical drugs shortages. Whilst addicts scour the streets, hospital medics struggle to fill prescriptions.

A daring crane rescue leads to personal tensions in the paramedic team reaching boiling point, leaving everyone wondering who they can trust, as questions are raised about Iain (Michael Stevenson)’s future.  Meanwhile, Flynn (Olly Rix) struggles to connect with his daughters amid the chaos of the emergency department, while Ngozi (Adesuwa Oni) and Nicole (Sammy T Dobson) confront the devastating emotional legacy of addiction.

As the series unfolds, viewers will witness the poignant toll on the paramedics as they grapple with their own personal demons while striving to save others.

Supply and Demand promises to be “a powerful exploration of the human spirit in the face of adversity, tackling themes of addiction, teamwork, and the pursuit of hope” the BBC note.

Made in Cardiff, Casualty is a BBC Studios Drama production for BBC One. The new series continues Saturday 14th June available 6am on BBC iPlayer and 8.45pm on BBC One.