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Ryanair claims “huge success” after moving to 100% digital boarding passes

Earlier this week, Ryanair announced that it would move to 100% digital boarding passes and no longer accept printed boarding passes. The Irish airline has claimed that the first day was a “huge success.”

Clocks go back tonight

At 2 am tonight, in the early hours of Sunday, the clocks go back one hour, bringing the Canaries back to Greenwich Mean Time.

EU approves new driving licence rules

The EU has approved a motion that will update driving licence laws, permitting youngsters of 17 years of age to drive as long as they are accompanied by an adult over 25 years of age.

Spain to request an end to clock changes

Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has said that Spain will request that the European Union abolishes changing the clock twice a year.

Europe backs airlines in hand luggage row

The European Commission has backed airlines in their action against the Spanish government, whose Consumer Department has issued fines to various airlines for charging passengers for hand luggage.

Starmer to meet Sánchez to sign first bilateral post-Brexit agreement between the UK and Spain

Nine days after leaving Lanzarote, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will today fly to London to meet British PM Keir Starmer for the signing of the first bilateral post-Brexit agreement between the two countries.

ETA required for EU nationals travelling to the UK

From April 2nd, nationals of EU member countries, including Spain, will need to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) costing £10 if they wish to visit the UK.

Calmer under Starmer?

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Labour's landslide victory in the UK General Election on 4th July may not herald big changes for Brits on Lanzarote, but it does promise to bring a welcome period of stability after the chaos and uncertainty of recent years.

Spain to play England in Euro 24 final

Ollie Watkins' last-minute winner for England against The Netherlands in last night's Euro 2024 semi-final has set up the prospect of a thrilling final in Berlin at 8 pm on Sunday, which is sure to be followed closely by Lanzarote locals, tourists and much of the island's largest immigrant community.

Euros kick off

Scotland take on Germany at 8 pm local time this evening as the Euro 2024 football tournament kicks off in Munich.