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The Canary Islands, a popular holiday destination among British tourists, has become a hotbed of protests as locals demand changes to the region’s tourism model. Concerns over environmental damage, strained infrastructure, and the impact on local life have sparked widespread protests across the archipelago. The government has responded with a ‘new transformative strategy’ for tourism, but residents fear plans to increase tourist capacity and develop new resorts are unsustainable.

Due to a strict implementation of European Union regulations, UK nationals can now only spend a limited time in the Canary Islands. This has led to disgruntled British tourists considering returning home, leaving a significant impact on the region’s tourism industry. Locals have also taken to the streets to protest against the rise in short-term holiday rentals and hotel developments, which are driving up local housing costs.