Former Spice Girl, Emma Bunton, is to stand in for Judy Finnegan this month as she takes time off for knee surgery.

Bunton will act as co-host on Richard and Judy’s Channel 4 chat show until next Tuesday according to the Press Association.

Bunton commented: “As a fan of the show, it was an honour to be asked to step into Judy’s shoes for a few days, co-present the show and keep Richard in line.

“I would also like to wish Judy a speedy recovery.”