Jim Brittas

Jim Brittas (Robin Parkinson) is the father of Gordon and Horatio, and appears to have a good relationship with Gordon. His only appearance in the series comes when he delivers a piano to Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre in preparation for a concert. Unable to realise his own dream of becoming an astronomer, Jim was employed as a night watchman but was keen that his children should achieve their ambitions, and it is implied that he readily praised his sons' achievements, explaining why Gordon has developed absolute confidence in his own questionable abilities.

Jim is shown to be very fond of his daughter-in-law Helen, complimenting the care she has taken over her appearance when Gordon completely fails to notice.