LET’S be crystal clear. There is NO Spanish tourist ban.
Despite the fear-mongering headlines, there is not, and will never be, a ban on tourists.
To say otherwise is just total nonsense.
Last year, Spain welcomed more than 94million holidaymakers – bringing in an astonishing £106billion in revenue. Tourism generates more than 13percent of Spain’s GDP.
But with this booming industry, of course, comes issues.
The last few years has seen protests across mainland Spain, the Balearic and Canary Islands as locals frustrated by the lack of affordable housing take action.
In Barcelona, furious city dwellers fired water pistols at tourists eating in restaurants.
In Majorca, they posted fake closure signs on beaches and in Tenerife protestors chanted ‘This beach is ours’ as Brits sunbathed nearby.
The root of the issue is the lack of housing.
Protestors are furious at the huge increase in short term rentals like Airbnb, saying they are robbing residents of affordable properties.
In a bid to placate Spanish citizens, authorities are fighting back.
Malaga has introduced a new law this month, preventing the registration of any more new holiday rentals for the next three years across 43 districts in the city and across the Costa del Sol.
It follows similar legislation in Alicante and Madrid.
Putting the brakes on yet more apartments being turned into short term rental holiday properties is hoped to give locals a better chance of finding long term lets.
So the ‘ban’ is just that – no more holiday lets can be registered. Holidaymakers can continue to visit hotels, Airbnbs and other holiday accommodation such as villas as normal.
The ban will impact a small number of holiday rentals registered since February 2022 that share access and resources with permanent residents.
So this summer, we will continue to be able to enjoy the fascinating cities and golden beaches of Spain as normal.
While this is not a tourist ban, it could make it more expensive for tourists, due to a reduced number of accommodation options.
Barcelona is to introduce the strictest rule, with holiday flats completely banned.
With more than 10,100 in the city, the full ban hopes to be in place by 2029.
The Spanish islands could also follow suit in the upcoming months.
Brits will instead have to stay at registered properties such as B&Bs and hotels.
We’ve rounded up some of the best Spanish hotels, including one that feels “more like Thailand”.
A hotel in Huelva was named the best all-inclusive resort in Spain last year, while this one has Maldives-style overwater rooms.
Here are some other Spain rules Brits need to know about as well, including additional personal information needed when checking into hotels, dress codes and smoking bans.
THE world’s largest aircraft dubbed the “flying bum” finally has a take off date, with tourist trips to Spain and the Arctic already planned.
The project has already cost £140 million and suffered a crash landing, but the airborne giant is now on the brink of full production and could be ferrying people through the skies by 2029.
The 302 foot-long Airlander 10 is a hybrid between a plane and an airship – and is touted as the world’s most efficient large aircraft.
It is filled with helium for buoyancy and will float through the skies at 130km/h, powered by diesel engine propellers.
The blimp will treat passengers to a luxury experience, complete with en-suite bedrooms, fine dining and “horizon-to-horizon” views.
A factory in Doncaster has been lined up to produce 24 of the gigantic vehicles every year – which will create 1,200 jobs for the city and whopping annual sales of £1.2 billion.
The company behind the project, Hybrid Air Vehicles, boasts the Airlander will “transform what aircraft can do”.
But before the project can properly take off, hundreds of millions of pounds must be raised to keep the company afloat.
HAV thinks it will need an eye-watering £300 million over the next few years to break even.
Tom Grundy, the CEO, said “We’re done prototyping. The next step is multiple aircraft going through production.
“The sort of thing air taxis are going through now, we’ve put behind us.”
The plane’s “flying bum” nickname comes from its distinctive swollen rear end.
Its maiden flight was completed back in 2016 in Bedfordshire, but on its second outing the airship nose-dived into a field.
No one was injured in the accident, but the cockpit was destroyed and major repairs needed.
Since then, two huge inflatable “airbags” have been added, which are stowed during the flight and protect the cockpit on landing.
The ship will be able to fly through the skies for more than five days and can land on almost any surface – including “fields, tarmac or sea” – so does not rely on traditional airport infrastructure.
Almost £2 billion worth of the airships have already been reserved, including by the Spanish company Air Nostrum – one of Europe’s largest airlines.
The first flights are expected to happen in Spain, with tourist trips to the Arctic also on the horizon.
Grundy said his company’s efficient aircraft will offer a solution for the aviation industry, which faces huge government pressure to reduce its carbon footprint.
He said: “We’ve got a path to taking 75 to 90 per cent of the emissions out of flying.
“There’s nothing else out there that can do that so imminently.”
Commercial airship travel stopped in 1937 after the Hindenburg disaster, when 35 people were killed in a crash.
Grundy said: “There have been many years of trying and failing to make airships work commercially.
“Helium brings all sorts of problems and means an airship needs to be really big because it takes a lot of volume to do the job.
“Our platform can be smaller, and smaller generally means cheaper so we can address different markets.”
FORMER Liverpool and England star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is keen on a return to England, SunSports understands.
The 31-year-old has endured a frustrating season in Turkey with chances limited at Besiktas.
His return of one goal and six appearances is well below what he would have wanted at this stage of the campaign.
Reports in Turkey suggest the club’s new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to give the talented midfielder a chance, handing him just his second start on Sunday.
But Oxlade-Chamberlain, linked with Brentford last year, is attracted by the idea of heading back to the Premier League – where there is interest in the player.
Leicester and Wolves are both monitoring his availability ahead of the transfer window closing next Monday.
They believe his versatility and top-flight experience could be a vital addition to their squad as they battle the drop.
And Leeds in the Championship are also believed to be keen on the player if he becomes available.
The Yorkshire club think he could add the quality required to take them back into the Premier League.
Besiktas are likely to allow the 35-cap Three Lions international to leave on loan with a view to a permanent switch if the move works out.
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Back in the summer, SunSport revealed another Championship side are keen on the ex-Arsenal man.
Now more reports in Turkey state Sheffield United could be set to reignite their interest.
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If he joins the Blades, Oxlade-Chamberlain will play alongside former Liverpool team-mate Brewster, the 24-year-old striker who started his professional career with the Reds.
The pair were both part of the Liverpool squad that won the Champions League in 2019.
Oxlade-Chamberlain made 146 appearances during a six-year spell with Liverpool, during which the team won five trophies – including the Premier League and Champions League.
He joined Besiktas in August 2023 following his Anfield release and helped the team win the Turkish Cup last term.
But fiancee Perrie Edwards – with whom he has son Axel – revealed how him living in Turkey has taken its toll.
Speaking in April, she said: “I have to be honest – I’m not going to sugarcoat it – it’s blooming hard . . . it’s really hard. I’m struggling a bit with the Turkey situation.
“When he played for Arsenal it was great because he was just down the road. Liverpool, Manchester, not that bad, but Turkey!
“Turkey is a little bit further and the thing is they are so busy. They train every day practically.
“But do you know what? We make it work, because we make it work for the ones we love.
“So it’s fun, it’s exciting. It still keeps it fresh, I think.”
SPARE a thought for all men as the temperatures plummet near zero this week and they become at risk of getting ‘winter penis’.
Yes, along with the coughs, colds and the seemingly never-ending flu, there’s another health ailment to worry about – and it could affect their performance in the bedroom.
Doctors (yes, actual medical professionals) have described ‘winter penis’ as the body’s temporary response to colder weather.
Considered a normal physiological change rather than a medical condition, it causes the penis and testicles to shrink in size – potentially reducing up to 50 per cent in length, and 30 per cent in girth.* Yikes.
Someone who knows all too well about life with a smaller than average member is Jake Timms – the 36-year-old army veteran from Hereford has a 2.9 inch penis.
According to the “Am I Normal?” study, 5.16 inches (13.1cm) is the average length of a penis when erect. Just five per cent of erect penises are bigger than 6.3 inches (16cm) long.
But Jake firmly believes good things come in small packages and his mini manhood is nothing to be embarrassed about (even if his mum has laughed at him).
Here, Jake reveals all about life with a micro penis, his sex life and what the ladies (including his very satisfied girlfriend) really think.
For me, it isn’t about the size of your penis, it’s what you do with it that matters. I’ve always known my todger is below average, but it wasn’t until I joined the Army that I realised how small it was in comparison to everyone else’s.
They all used to tease me, pointing at my crotch and saying how tiny it was. They’d be like, “Oi, mate, I’ve got something stuck in my teeth, can I use your willy as dental floss?”
But I never felt bullied, it was just lads’ banter and I was never offended. In fact, I used to laugh along with them. The size of my manhood doesn’t actually bother me so I guess the teasing doesn’t either.
I’ve probably had more laughs from men over the years than I have women. I’ve never had an issue in the bedroom, and climaxing isn’t a problem either.
I do have to buy the tiny condoms, but what does that matter? I’d rather a condom fit properly and I’m protected than it slip off because it’s too big. Thankfully that has never happened to me!
I was 16 when I lost my virginity and I think we were both so nervous at it being our first time that size didn’t even come into it. She also didn’t have anyone else to compare me to, which was a result. I got away with that one!
I’m sure past lovers have probably thought ‘Oh that’s a small one’ but I’ve never been told of any complaints to my face. In fact, there was a point when I was telling women on dates that I had a micro penis just to get it out of the way. Some of them didn’t believe me until we got into bed, but at least I was honest and no one was left disappointed.
For me pleasuring a woman isn’t just about penetration. I like to concentrate on foreplay and being caring, all the soppy stuff. There is definitely more to sex than the size of your penis. It’s about technique. And let’s face it, it’s when it’s erect that matters.
I remember when I was a teenager and I had some fluid around my testicles that needed surgery, and I asked the doctor at the time, ‘Am I a normal size? Will it grow?’ He did say it looked below average and it would grow some more, but it only did a bit.
There was a point when I was telling women on dates that I had a micro penis
Jake Timms
People have asked me if I would have a penis enlargement, but I wouldn’t. Anything could go wrong and I wouldn’t take the risk. I’ve not had any health problems and my willy works perfectly fine so I don’t see the point in going down the surgery route. I’ll keep what I’ve got thanks.
I did wonder if me having a small willy was a hereditary issue though, but I have two older brothers, Mark, 38 and Simon, 40, and they both have perfectly normal sized penises. I joke to my mum all the time that they took my share in the trouser department, but she just laughs.
And I don’t think my girlfriend, Penny, 33, would be too happy if something went wrong during a penis enlargement. I certainly don’t get any complaints from her when it comes to intimacy and we have a very healthy sex life.
Dr Crystal Wyllie, from Asda Online Doctor said: “While all men are at risk of winter penis, those that already have erectile dysfunction are most likely to encounter problems.”
She warned: “Those with erectile dysfunction are most at risk as they could find their symptoms more difficult to manage.”
There’s no treatment necessary for winter penis as it’s just a reaction to cold weather.
Penis size should return to normal once you reach a warmer place.
“The reaction can last as long as the body is exposed to cold temperatures, with size returning to normal once the body returns to a warmer, more comfortable state,” advised Dr Donald Grant, GP and Senior Clinical Advisor at The Independent Pharmacy.
But if someone is experiencing problems associated with blood flow or experience a long-term change in size or shape of genitals, it’s always safe to seek more tailored advice from their GP, said Dr Grant.
We have known each other for years, but only started dating two years ago and we are really happy. She has no issue with the size of my todger and gets everything she needs from me in terms of sex and a relationship, and likewise.
My tiny todger certainly hasn’t held me back from enjoying sex. I have the same urges and needs as everyone else.
I’m not working at the moment as I am suffering from PTSD from my time in Afghanistan, but it hasn’t stopped me from jobs in the past. After the Army, I worked in construction and the work was hard and physical – I didn’t feel as if I needed a big willy to prove that I am a man!
I do wear baggy shorts and swimming shorts, but that’s more of a comfort and style thing than it is me trying to hide myself away. You wouldn’t catch me in a pair of budgie smugglers even if I had a huge dick.
In adults, the condition refers to any penis smaller than 2.8 inches in length.
In infants, a micro penis is classed as any penis that is less than 0.75 inches in length.
This is considered significantly smaller than a “normal” male newborn’s penis, which is between 1.1 and 1.6 inches in length when stretched gently.
If anything I actually prefer having a small penis – I’d much rather that than a massive wanger. There was a bloke in the Army who had an above average penis. It was obviously the complete opposite to mine, it was absolutely massive. I remember he used to say that girls didn’t like it as it was far too big so it made sex really painful and unenjoyable.
I don’t have that problem, so I have to count my blessings really.
I’m proud to have a micro penis. It is part of who I am and it has probably given me the confidence I have now.
If there is anyone out there who is worried about the size of their manhood then I’d say you don’t need to be. Embrace what you’ve got. I certainly do!
*Fortunately, penis size should return to normal once you’re in a warmer place.
CORONATION Street fans have called out a huge Leanne Battersby blunder.
On recent episodes of the long-running ITV soap, viewers saw the character seek revenge against her sister and husband.
Leanne Jane Danson, was left heartbroken when her sister Toyah (Georgia Taylor) and husband Nick (Ben Price) get together.
She attempted to frame her sibling for fraud by setting up a bank account and claiming that she was stealing money from the family restaurant, The Bistro.
She found out that the pair were planning to travel to Tenerife for a holiday together and turned to desperate measures to put a stop to it.
On Coronation Street, Leanne then attempted to start a fire in Nick’s flat by putting their passports in the toaster.
However, fans have claimed writers are once again forgetting about the legacy of characters.
They claimed that Leanne would never intentionally commit arson because her fiance Kal Nazir (Jimi Mistry) was killed in a fire after he proposed to her in 2015.
On social media fan forum site Reddit, one user created a thread titled, ‘Leanne and Kal.’
The post read: “Am I the only one who thinks it’s bizarre that nobody mentioned Kal Nazir in Friday’s episode?
“Leanne should surely know better than to be starting fires, bearing in mind that Leanne’s fiancé was killed in a fire?
“And of course that fire was started by Leanne’s new best friend Tracy.”
It added: “The writers really need to pay more attention to the history of these characters.”
Fans couldn’t help but agree as they responded in droves, with one writing: “Kal in general feels totally forgotten, which is bizarre given that he was not only Leanne’s fiancé but also Alya’s father and Yasmeen’s SON.”
A second stated: “That is a very good point. Am I right that it is the same building that he died in?”
“I was thinking the same thing. Character time lines/previous life events rarely seem to be mentioned or referenced,” commented a third.
SOAP viewers are frequently left heartbroken after watching some of their favourite characters bite the dust.
Here is a list of the most devastating deaths that have taken place in soapland over the years.
EASTENDERS
Barry Evans – Evil Janine (Charlie Brooks) lured her trusting fiance to Scotland for a quickie marriage after learning he was dying.
Her plan to inherit Barry’s fortune was thwarted when Barry told her that the doctors had mixed up his medical files.
Furious that she was no longer set for a windfall, she pushed Barry off a cliff after telling him their love was “fake”.
Bradley Branning – Bradley was accused of killing Stacey Slater’s rapist Archie Mitchell (Larry Lamb) after he punched him twice on the night he died.
He was spotted in the Square by a police woman who chased him up a fire escape.
Bradley lost his balance and tragically plunged to his death.
CORONATION STREET
Tina McIntyre – Tina was getting it on with Peter Barlow – despite him being married to Carla Connor.
When she threatened to reveal the truth, Carla’s brother Rob got into a physical altercation with her.
Tina lost her footing and fell off a balcony – then warned Rob she was going to tell the cops he pushed her.
In a panic, Rob brutally clobbered her over the head with a metal pipe.
Molly Dobbs – Molly was one of the victims in Corrie’s 2010 tram crash, alongside Ashley Peacock (Steven Arnold).
Married to Tyrone (Alan Halsall), Molly had been having an affair with Kevin Webster (Michael Le Vell) in the months before her death.
This resulted in the birth of their son, Jack (Kyran Bowes), who was named after Jack Duckworth.
As fate would have it, Kevin’s wife Sally (Sally Dynevor) was by Molly’s side in her final moments.
Sally was stunned as Molly confessed Kevin was Jack’s father, before dying of her injuries.
Vera Duckworth – Having appeared regularly in Corrie since the 1970s, there was no denying Vera Duckworth was an iconic character.
Alongside her husband Jack, the pair formed one of the soap’s most beloved couples.
Viewers were heartbroken when Vera was killed off in 2008, being discovered having passed away peacefully in her chair.
Liz Dawn, who played Vera, made a brief return two years later for Bill Tarmey’s exit as Jack.
Paul Foreman – Fans were heartbroken when Paul Foreman succumbed to his illness after battling motor neurone disease.
Introduced in 2018 as David Platt’s (Jack P. Shepherd) cellmate, he later embarked on a romance – and marriage – with vicar Billy Mayhew.
The MND storyline was announced in 2023 – with the expectation it would result in the character’s death.
EMMERDALE
Sarah Sugden – After the family got into financial problems, Sarah’s son Andy (Kelvin Fletcher) decided to make some quick cash from an insurance company by setting fire to the Sugden barn.
He didn’t realise his mum was inside the building, and she got trapped in the blaze.
Nine villagers – The shocking 1993 plane crash episode brought in 18 million viewers for Emmerdale.
Mark Hughes was killed by a falling wall, Archie Brooks was burned by jet fuel, Elizabeth Pollard was killed by debris and newcomer Leonard Kempinski died in a car crash caused by the crash.
Five other non-recurring characters from the village also died.
HOLLYOAKS
Carmel McQueen – The talented singer died in shocking scenes when a train crashed into a her family’s car.
Carmel managed to free her cousin Theresa from the rubble – but got stuck in it herself.
Moments later the train exploded and Carmel died in the arms of her family members, promising to be their guardian angel.
Coronation Street continues on ITV1 and is available to stream on ITVX.
A MAN was diagnosed with a brain tumour after his symptoms were mistaken for depression.
Richard West, 64, became anti-social, short tempered and forgetful when Covid restrictions lifted in 2021.
He visited his GP on several occasions but was told it was ‘lockdown depression’ and given medication for anxiety.
But after a “psychological breakdown”, Richard went back to his doctor and was booked in for an MRI, which revealed a 2.8in (7cm) tumour on the left frontal lobe of his brain.
He underwent a surgery in June 2022 to remove the tumour, which was diagnosed as a meningioma, the most common type of primary brain tumour.
Richard had six weeks of radiotherapy after his tumour grew back and he is now monitored with regular scans.
Richard, a former university lecturer, from Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, said: “It was a difficult time because everything was changing fast.
“I’d been a lecturer at the University of Westminster in London for more than two decades, but different methods of teaching and assessment were being introduced.
“At the same time, I was developing a new course in sports management which was very demanding.
“When restrictions were lifted, people went back to work in 2021.
“However, although I loved my job, I returned with no enthusiasm.
“I was depressed, short tempered, and most worryingly, forgetful and anti-social. Deep down, I knew something wasn’t right.”
Richard had previously been successfully treated for prostate cancer in 2020 and felt “numb” when scans revealed his brain tumour.
“My thoughts immediately turned morbid,” he said.
“All I could think was, ‘How long have I got?'”
He had a successful surgery in June 2022 and saw his symptoms improve almost immediately.
Richard said: “The pain and stiffness in my muscles and joints went away.
“I could walk, run, go to the gym, read and communicate again. It was like having a new life.”
But after a stroke in January 2024, Richard was told his tumour had returned.
I feel like I shouldn’t be alive – but here I am, feeling positive and getting fitter by the day
Richard West
“Whilst in the car I had an ‘episode’,” he said.
“The vision in my right eye became blurred and I couldn’t read or make sense of words.
“We made it to the MRI centre and explained what had happened, but it was recommended the scan should go ahead as planned.
“It wasn’t until two days later that I went to my GP, and further tests confirmed I’d had a stroke.
“I was lucky to be alive as it could’ve been fatal.
“When the results came back, the residual meningioma had grown a couple of millimetres, and a 30-day course of radiotherapy was recommended.
“That was tough to deal with, but counselling and practising mindfulness helped me through.”
Richard is hosting a music event to raise money for Brain Tumour Research and Berkhamsted-based mental health charity Hector’s House.
He said: “Having survived prostate cancer, to be diagnosed with a brain tumour and to have had a stroke, I feel like I shouldn’t be alive – but here I am, feeling positive and getting fitter by the day.
“I want to raise awareness of brain tumours, to bring them to the attention of more people so that we can drive investment towards research into the disease.
“Brain tumours change you as a person. Friends, family and people you meet don’t always realise, because from the outside you can appear ‘normal’.
“But inside, there are all kinds of anxieties. What will the next MRI scan reveal? Is this sudden headache something to worry about? Did I just forget the car keys, or is my memory fading?”
He added: “For many, their journey will involve ongoing radiotherapy, more surgery, and always a nagging fear that the tumour will regrow.
“Of course, not everyone feels the same and their journey may be different.
“It is a cruel disease that shatters lives. That’s why I’m focused on promoting a gig to raise funds for causes that are vitally important to me.
“If we had more knowledge and understanding of the disease, there is a potential to stop it from changing lives so drastically.”
Charlie Allsebrook, community development manager at Brain Tumour Research, said: “Richard’s story is a reminder that brain tumours are indiscriminate; they can affect anyone at any age.
“We’re grateful to Richard for sharing his story and wish him all the best for his night of music.”
To buy a ticket to Richard’s fundraiser and make a donation, visit: tickettailor.com/events/braintumourcharity
More than 12,000 Brits are diagnosed with a primary brain tumour every year — of which around half are cancerous — with 5,300 losing their lives.
The disease is the most deadly cancer in children and adults aged under 40, according to the Brain Tumour Charity.
Brain tumours reduce life expectancies by an average of 27 years, with just 12 per cent of adults surviving five years after diagnosis.
There are two main types, with non-cancerous benign tumours growing more slowly and being less likely to return after treatment.
Cancerous malignant brain tumours can either start in the brain or spread there from elsewhere in the body and are more likely to return.
Brain tumours can cause headaches, seizures, nausea, vomiting and memory problems, according to the NHS.
They can also lead to changes in personality weakness or paralysis on one side of the problem and problems with speech or vision.
The nine most common symptoms are:
If you are suffering any of these symptoms, particularly a headache that feels different from the ones you normally get, you should visit your GP.
Source: NHS
PEOPLE have been left “unsettled” after making a shocking discovery about Haribo Tangfastics.
Emily had shared a video referring to the tangy sweet in the packet commonly referred to as a “key” shape.
However, she was quickly corrected by one viewer, who commented: “It’s a dummy – you fold the long part into the hole and it looks like a dummy.”
“I’m sorry you what now?” Emily said as she responded in another TikTok video.
“There I am thinking it’s a key!”
She then tried the manoeuvre the commenter had suggested – taking the long part of the “key” and threading it through the hole.
Once she’d done so, she realised that the person was right, and it actually looked just like a dummy.
“I’m shook!” she shouted.
“I’m actually shook.
“Oh my gosh, tell me I’m not the only person in the world that did not know that!”
Emily went on to add she’s scared she’ll be bombarded with other things she has misinterpreted from the Haribo bag.
“Next you’re gonna tell me that the cola bottle is actually like a Pepsi bottle or something,” she laughed.
“And the crocodile is an alligator, and the cherries will be grapes or something!”
“Honestly, I am shook!” she concluded.
“This is unsettling,” Emily added in the video caption.
And lots of people in the comments section admitted they were equally stunned by the dummy revelation.
“Nope. It’s a key. It will always be a key!” one insisted.
“I’m 30 I’ve always thought it was a key,” another said.
“I was today’s year old …… I never knew this !!!!!” a third admitted.
“Lol for years I’ve called them keys!” someone else added.
“I’m 45 and never knew that,” another wrote.
“38 here and always thought it was a key,” someone else agreed.
“I DID NOT know that, but I always wondered what these were!” another laughed.
However, others hit back at Emily’s video, questioning how people could think the sweet was anything but a dummy.
“A key?” one raged.
“Who even thinks that’s a key?
“And you don’t need to fold it!”
“Born in 85 and been doing this since the early 90s when I started eating them, nothing new lol,” another agreed.
“It literally looks like a dummy without the fold!” a third wrote.
“I’m sorry? Do people genuinely think they’re a key when you can literally buy them on their own under the name ‘gummy dummy’?” someone else asked.
MARTIN Lewis’ wife has bid an emotional farewell to her long running BBC series.
Lara Lewington, 45, has featured on the BBC’s flagship technology show, Click, since 2011.
Initially she joined as one of its roving reporters, but in 2018 she became a full time presenters alongside co-host Spencer Kelly.
In a post on socials she was seen hugging Spencer at the CES show in Las Vegas, where the tech world comes together to discuss breakthroughs and show off the latest trends.
Spencer posted the picture saying: “Our last photo taken together at our last #CES for Click. It’s been an absolute blast to film there for so many years with one of my best friends @laralewington. Got a bit emotional tbh.”
Lara replied: “As did I… we’ve been so lucky to have such adventures, doing what we love, with such genuine friendship. Still a couple of months of Clicking to go, but this was a moment!”
The former Five News presenter, Lara, began her broadcast career as a weather and showbiz reporter before specialising in technology.
It was reported recently that the BBC show would be coming to end after 24 years in it’s current format.
The BBC described the show as: “the best debate on global technology, social media and the internet or your guide to all the latest gadgets, websites, games and computer industry news.”
It’s thought that the flagship gadget series will be given a digital makeover with a new name and a new format.
Although dates haven’t been announced, the BBC has confirmed that when it returns Click will be rebranded as Tech Now.
Fans of the show took to socials and forums to pay their respects to the long running series and question why it was being taken off air.
One viewer said: “Click was one of the only shows on the BBC that I still enjoyed checking out. Was fair, unbiased and informative. Reminded me of the older BBC shows I watched as a kid.”
Another suggested a way it could live on its current format: “Click belonged on The One Show, travesty that such a good show was resigned to bad scheduling.”
Although Lara will be moving on from Click, fans will still be able to get their tech fix from her as she recently joined Lorraine as their resident AI agony aunt.
