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BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan
1 year, 7 months ago

BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan

Associated Press  

LONDON — The chairman of the BBC quit Friday after a report found that he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest over his role in arranging a loan more than two years ago for Boris Johnson, as scandals from the former prime minister’s turbulent term continue to rattle U.K. public life. A report on the episode by senior …

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BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan
1 year, 7 months ago

BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan

LA Times  

The chairman of British public broadcaster the BBC has resigned after a report found he breached government rules governing public appointments. The chairman of the BBC quit Friday after a report found he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest over his role in arranging a loan more than two years ago for Boris Johnson, as scandals from the …

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Gary Lineker says BBC row was ‘so disproportionate’ and ‘never thought tweet would be an issue’
1 year, 8 months ago

Gary Lineker says BBC row was ‘so disproportionate’ and ‘never thought tweet would be an issue’

The Independent  

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Starmer challenges Sunak over BBC chairman ‘mentor’ and Tory ‘snowflakes’
1 year, 9 months ago

Starmer challenges Sunak over BBC chairman ‘mentor’ and Tory ‘snowflakes’

The Independent  

Keir Starmer has urged Rishi Sunak to stand up to the Tory MP “snowflakes” who tried to get Gary Lineker “cancelled” by the BBC. Weighing in on the BBC chairman, Mr Starmer said that Mr Sharp was “not just any old Tory donor” saying he was “so close to the prime minister he has been described as his mentor”. He …

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Stand up to snowflake MPs after Gary Lineker row, Starmer tells Sunak
1 year, 9 months ago

Stand up to snowflake MPs after Gary Lineker row, Starmer tells Sunak

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rishi Sunak must “stand up …

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Gary Lineker slams Tory MP for ‘outrageous’ Nazi claim comments
1 year, 9 months ago

Gary Lineker slams Tory MP for ‘outrageous’ Nazi claim comments

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gary Lineker has fired back at a Conservative MP who falsely …

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8 times the BBC didn’t punish presenters for sharing political views
1 year, 9 months ago

8 times the BBC didn’t punish presenters for sharing political views

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at …

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BBC boss Tim Davie speaks up amid Gary Lineker row; Rishi Sunak reacts too
1 year, 9 months ago

BBC boss Tim Davie speaks up amid Gary Lineker row; Rishi Sunak reacts too

Hindustan Times  

Tim Davie, director general of the BBC, said he will not resign amid criticism over the removal of Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host for criticising the Rishi Sunak-led UK government over its plans to stop migrants crossing the Channel on small boats. A Manchester City fan holds a banner reading "Gary Lineker for Prime Minister" ahead of …

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BBC-Gary Lineker is matter for the broadcaster, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says
1 year, 9 months ago

BBC-Gary Lineker is matter for the broadcaster, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says

ABC  

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says a row between the BBC and football presenter Gary Lineker over his criticism of the government's migration policy is a matter for the broadcaster, as the dispute threatens to trigger a crisis at the corporation. Key points: BBC presenters refused to work in solidarity with Gary Lineker on Saturday The opposition party says the …

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BBC's 'neutrality' claim in peril as it suspends soccer host Gary Lineker for anti-govt remarks – India TV
1 year, 9 months ago

BBC's 'neutrality' claim in peril as it suspends soccer host Gary Lineker for anti-govt remarks – India TV

India TV News  

The British Broadcasting Corporation is again facing tough questions across the world after it suspended one of its top-rated and much-appreciated sports show presenters for expressing disagreement with the government's policy on new asylum policy. The major development came hours after soccer host Gary Lineker criticised the UK government's latest "contentious" laws on asylum seekers from his social media account. …

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Rishi Sunak hopes BBC row with Gary Lineker can be resolved but ‘not a matter for government’
1 year, 9 months ago

Rishi Sunak hopes BBC row with Gary Lineker can be resolved but ‘not a matter for government’

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The prime minister has commented on the controversy surrounding the …

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Ex-sports minister says BBC has made ‘huge mistake’ by forcing Gary Lineker off air
1 year, 9 months ago

Ex-sports minister says BBC has made ‘huge mistake’ by forcing Gary Lineker off air

The Independent  

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Interesting that BBC suspended star anchor...: Anurag Thakur's jibe on documentary row
1 year, 9 months ago

Interesting that BBC suspended star anchor...: Anurag Thakur's jibe on documentary row

Hindustan Times  

Union minister Anurag Thakur on Saturday commented on the controversy over the suspension of BBC's Gary Lineker in a row over impartiality and said it is interesting to see how the BBC which makes "lofty claims about journalistic objectivity and independence" suspend their star anchor over his social media activity. Union minister Anurag Thakur questioned the BBC on the Gary …

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Gary Lineker taken off air from BBC football show after his tweet on U.K.’s new migration law
1 year, 9 months ago

Gary Lineker taken off air from BBC football show after his tweet on U.K.’s new migration law

The Hindu  

Former England football captain Gary Lineker has been taken off air by the BBC after his comments on Britain's migration policy sparked a furious row between the government and the corporation's highest paid presenter. "Gary Lineker off air is an assault on free speech in the face of political pressure," the opposition Labour party said, calling for the BBC to …

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Gary Lineker vows to keep ‘speaking up’ despite BBC criticism for comparing Sunak’s small boats plan with Nazi Germany
1 year, 9 months ago

Gary Lineker vows to keep ‘speaking up’ despite BBC criticism for comparing Sunak’s small boats plan with Nazi Germany

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A defiant Gary Lineker has vowed to continue speaking up …

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