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Workers are challenged to do their job under some of the toughest conditions in the world.

Three British workers. Experienced. Qualified. And looking for a challenge. They are on a quest to find out what it would be like to do their job under some of the toughest conditions on the planet.

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Toughest Place to be a...: The Return

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Toughest Place to be a...: The Return: Episode 1: Bus Driver

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The Return

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London bus driver Josh returns to the chaotic streets of Manila in the Phillipines.

London bus driver Josh West returns to the chaotic streets of Manila in the Phillipines. In 2010, Josh spent two weeks driving a jeepney there with his host Rogelio Castro.

London bus driver Josh West heads back to the chaotic streets of Manila in the Philippines. 

In 2010, he spent an emotional two weeks learning to drive a jeepney - a colourfully decorated, adapted jeep which has no power steering, dodgy lights and an uncomfortable seat. He formed a strong bond with his host Rogelio Castro, moved by the daily struggle of an ordinary Filipino working to feed his family and lift them from poverty. Since Josh came home to the UK, he has raised money to try and transform Rogelio's life. 

Now, he is returning to Manila to see how things have changed and to set out on a new adventure that sees him star on Manila's most popular chat show and go fishing in the South China Sea, before taking to the streets once more in the terrifying jeepney.

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The British workers revisit the places where they faced their toughest working days.

The British workers revisit the places where they faced their biggest professional challenges, testing the skills they used in their first visit and catching up with their hosts.

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