Laura Checkley is predominantly known for her work as a comedian and forms one half of the comedy duo Checkley & Bush along with fellow comedian Victoria Bush. She has previously appeared on our screens as Louise in BBC 4's Detectorists and as Terri in BBC One comedy King Gary. Checkley plays the role of Jackie in Screws, describing the character as a no-nonsense officer who also doesn't take life too seriously. She's a mum of five and takes on a motherly role in the prison, while also believing in boundaries and discipline.