"The Permissive Society" is the fourth episode of the fourth season of the BBC television series Second City Firsts starring Bob Mason, Veronica Roberts, and Rachel Davies. The episode was directed by Mike Leigh and aired on 10 April 1975. "The Permissive Society" is set in Birmingham and concerns a young couple (Les and Carol) facing difficulties with their relationship and sexual needs, whilst Les's sister Yvonne prepares for a date of her own.