Published 1 year ago

Gary Lineker says he stands by criticism of Government’s immigration policy

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Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker has told reporters outside his London home that he stands by his criticism of the government's asylum seeker policy and does not fear suspension by the BBC.

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Times of India

Gary Lineker says he stands by remarks criticising asylum seeker policy, doesn’t fear suspension

On Thursday, Gary Lineker tweeted that he was not receiving any punishment or suspension, and he was glad that the exaggerated story, regarding his remarks, was calming down. He expressed his excitement about presenting Match of the Day on Saturday and thanked everyone for their amazing support, which he found overwhelming.

1 year ago·India

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BBC News

Gary Lineker says he does not fear BBC suspension over asylum policy tweet

The Match of the Day host said he stands by his tweet that criticised the government's asylum policy.

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

Gary Lineker stands by his immigration policy remarks

Match of the Day presenter says he doesn’t fear BBC suspension for comparing government language to that of 1930s Germany

1 year ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Independent

Gary Lineker says he stands by criticism of Government’s immigration policy

The presenter compared the language used to launch the policy with 1930s Germany.

1 year ago·London, United Kingdom

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Daily Express

BBC says Gary Lineker will not face disciplinary action over comments

A BBC source has said Gary Lineker will not face any disciplinary action over a controversial tweet earlier this week, which sparked calls for the presenter to be sacked by the broadcaster.

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Mirror

Smiling Gary Lineker breaks cover as he stands by tweet and doesn't fear axe

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker has told reporters outside his London home that he stands by his tweet, where he slammed the government's new immigration policy which he likened to 1930s Germany

1 year ago·London, United Kingdom

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