Mother, the codename for Steed's boss, which role was performed by Patrick Newell, born on 27 March 1932 was nearly almost bad tempered but very upright. He had a great confidence in Steed. He was a man of no nonsense. By the way, he was wheelchaired. He played in the 7th season in some episodes and was introduced in the Forget-me-knot.

Also played in (other role)The town of no return Something nasty in the nursery.

Patrick Newell died at July 27, 1988