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Waiting For Work

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Politically passionate and one of the first working class reporters at the BBC, Jack Ashley wanted to show the suffering caused by high unemployment in Hartlepool. With no work, no prospects, and little money, Ashley asked how the…

DirectorJack Ashley
WriterJack Ashley
ProducerJack Ashley

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jack Ashley

CW
Colin Wills
Narrator (voice)

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Waiting For Work — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waiting For Work?

Waiting For Work is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Waiting For Work on Netflix?

No, Waiting For Work is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Waiting For Work on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Waiting For Work isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch Waiting For Work for free?

Waiting For Work is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.