Well, Bathsheba, the fact that she mentions it signifies to me that it's of some importance, which of course, if that is what Caran wants, is fine. However, when I used to travel, many years ago unfortunately, to South America and the Caribbean, I had absolutely no interest whatsoever in keeping up on what was going on at home: I went on holiday to get away from it and enjoy something completely different.
Exactly my point, Stuey. Anyway, you can always continue to have your papers delivered and record your favourite TV progs ready for when you get home. This is one of the pleasures of being abroad; temporarily you are divorced from the day-to-day routine.
It looks as if you are going to have to wait until your return to Blighty then Caran...how long are you away for ?
I have to say that for me personally, to give up pappy TV for a few days, in return for a few days in France, with all that lovely food and wine wouldn't be too much of a wrench !
As has been said, BBC iPlayer won't work overseas (due to rights issues).
However installing ExPat Shield onto your OH's laptop, Caran, will enable it to fool the BBC's server into thinking that you're still in the UK. (NB: Ensure that you reject any 'extras', such as unwanted toolbar, during the installation)