Filming starts for new Ruth Jones and Steve Speirs comedy '35 years in the making'

BBC Arts Tuesday 16 June 2026, 21:55 UTC 1 min read

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Jones says the show has been "35 years in the making" as the pair have been busy on other projects.

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