Why can't i get sub-titles on i-player??? Some dialogue is so poor I miss some of what the the program is about. It spoils the enjoyment.

Iplayer has one of the highest % of subtitled programmes ....
But with over 1000 different versions .... Are you sure that your device supports subtitles?
http://iplayerhelp.external.bbc.co.u...ported_devices

The help page shows you how to get subtitles but note the "S" only occurs went streaming is started http://iplayerhelp.external.bbc.co.u...sing_subtitles
But is there on downloads ...

If it does not work contact the BBC from that page
... But with over 1000 different versions of iplayer you will need to tell them in some detail about what you are trying to do.

There is normally a big letter S on screen when you start video. Just press/click it and it will change to a S with a blue background.