Ep 1. Episode 1

The Syndicate is a British television drama series that revolves around a group of colleagues working at a small market in Northern England. The drama is centered around their workplace as well as their personal lives, which are often complicated by financial struggles, relationship issues and other personal difficulties.

Season 3, Episode 1 of The Syndicate is titled Episode 1 and opens with a scene of Keeley (played by Katherine Rose Morley), a young woman who works at the market, standing outside a mansion. She is about to participate in a competition, organized by the owners of a luxury mansion, which promises to give away the property to one lucky winner. Keeley and several other contestants are given a tour of the mansion, which is impressive in every way possible, and their excitement levels are high. However, things take a turn when they are told that their chances of winning depend on their ability to impress the mansion's owners with their talents.

Back at the market, the other members of the Syndicate are dealing with their own problems. Gemma (played by Liberty Hobbs), a young mother whose son is diagnosed with leukemia, is struggling with finances as well as the emotional toll of her son's illness. Roxy (played by Taj Atwal), another member of the Syndicate, is dealing with the aftermath of her failed relationship with Andy (played by Kieran Urquhart), who has moved on with someone new. Dawn (played by Katie McGlynn), a single mother who has been struggling to keep up with her debts, is faced with the possibility of being evicted from her home after failing to pay rent on time.

As the episode progresses, we see the contestants of the mansion competition go head-to-head in various challenges, each hoping to impress the owners and win the coveted property. Meanwhile, the members of the Syndicate are facing their own challenges. Gemma's son's health takes a turn for the worse, causing her to struggle with the financial and emotional burden placed on her. Roxy confronts Andy about his new relationship, but things don't go as planned. And Dawn, who has been trying to come up with a plan to deal with her debts, comes up with a risky idea that could either help her out of her financial troubles or land her in even more trouble.

Towards the end of the episode, we see Keeley and several other contestants being eliminated from the competition, leaving only a few remaining in the race for the mansion. Gemma's son's health takes a turn for the better, providing a much-needed relief for Gemma and the other members of the Syndicate. However, Roxy's troubles escalate further when her ex-boyfriend Andy turns up at the market with his new girlfriend. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving the audience wondering about the fate of Roxy and the other members of the Syndicate.

All in all, Episode 1 of Season 3 of The Syndicate promises an interesting and thrilling season ahead. The episode does a great job of setting up the various storylines and conflicts that will no doubt play a significant role in the upcoming episodes. With its engaging storyline, relatable characters and excellent performances, The Syndicate is definitely a show worth watching.