BBC Breakfast hit with complaints as fans issue same demand minutes into show

BBC Breakfast has been hit with complaints as fans issued the same demand just minutes into Sunday's (July 20) show.

During today's edition of the hit morning programme, hosts Ben Boulos and Luxmy Gopal brought viewers up to date with the latest news from across the UK and around the world.

Simon King was also in the studio to deliver regular weather updates, while Hugh Ferris presented the sports segment.

During the live broadcast, Luxmy introduced the weekly Travel Show, which follows members of the team on their journey of discovery as they explore new destinations around the globe, and uncover hidden sides to some of the world's favourite holiday hotspots.

This week's episode showcased Reece Parkinson's journey through America's Deep South to explore the civil rights movement.

60 years on from the famous march for equal voting rights in Selma, Reece discovered how the civil rights movement was remembered there and what impact it has had on the lives of African Americans today.

In the first of two programmes, Reece was in Alabama, where he met a woman who took part in the march back in 1965.

He also spoke to a family who are creating a safe space for tourists exploring the countryside. Finally, he headed to Mobile where he joined a once segregated annual parade that now welcomes everyone.

"For many here, the battle is not over. The spirit of Selma lives on," Reece concluded.

"As I have found exploring the states of Georgia and Alabama, what happened here in Selma and the wider civil rights movement has had a lasting impact here, shaping the character of both states and passing the torch for future generations to run them."

However, the show's viewers were quick to point out that it was a repeat episode, which first aired in May. After noticing the familiarity, many people took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their frustrations.

"#BBCBreakfast #BBCNews #BBC why are you showing this episode of the Travel Show AGAIN??? I've lost count how many times this has been on in a row. Please, if you're going to show repeats at least mix them up a bit!" one person wrote.

Another added: "I had a lie in on purpose," while a third said: "I hate the fact they also show repeat episodes, it's so annoying."

A fourth viewer echoed the sentiment, saying: "Great episode but we don't need to see it again."

BBC Breakfast airs daily on BBC One at 6am