Gary Lineker

The Match Of The Day host, 62, criticised the government's Illegal Migration Bill as "immeasurably cruel" and compared language used to announce it as "not ...

Individuals who work for us are aware of their responsibilities relating to social media. I'll continue to try and speak up for those poor souls that have no voice. I want to thank each and every one of you. [Russia](https://news.sky.com/topic/russia-5803) and the [Conservative Party](https://news.sky.com/topic/conservatives-5699). Anything going on?" On that occasion, the complaints team ruled that although Lineker was not a journalist, he had an additional responsibility for impartiality under the BBC's guidance which states high standards apply to those "who nevertheless have an additional responsibility to the BBC because of their profile on the BBC". "Gary Lineker is paid for by the British taxpayer and it's disappointing that he is so far out of step with the British public." "This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s, and I'm out of order?" [Suella Braverman](https://news.sky.com/topic/suella-braverman-10421) told ITV's Good Morning Britain she was "very disappointed" after [Lineker](https://news.sky.com/topic/gary-lineker-7610) said the "immeasurably cruel policy" had been directed at "the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s". The Match Of The Day host, 62, criticised the government's Illegal Migration Bill as "immeasurably cruel" and compared language used to announce it as "not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s". A BBC source told the Press Association news agency that the corporation is taking the matter of Lineker's initial tweets "seriously" and expects to have a "frank conversation" with the 62-year-old former England striker. Gary Lineker has said it is "great to see the freedom of speech champions come out in force" after the home secretary branded his comments about the government's new asylum policy as "irresponsible".

Lineker was also criticised by immigration minister Robert Jenrick, who said the Match Of The Day presenter is “so far out of step with the British public” ...

Individuals who work for us are aware of their responsibilities relating to social media. GMB presenter Susanna Reid also grilled Ms Braverman after the minister said there is “likely billions” of migrants “eager” to come to the UK, saying: “On what planet is that likely and how is that not inflammatory language?” A BBC source told the PA news agency that the corporation is taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with the 62-year-old.

The BBC are set to hold talks with Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker after he described the government's new Illegal Migration Bill "beyond awful" on ...

[Everton](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/everton-fc) legend Peter Reid is among those to show their support to Lineker on Wednesday morning, as more than 12,500 people have already liked his "freedom of speech" tweet. The [BBC](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/bbc), who remain impartial on political matters, are set to [hold talks with Lineker](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/gary-lineker-suella-braverman-bill-29400190) over his social media "responsibilities". More than 53,000 people liked his initial tweet in response to the news. This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s." Asked whether Lineker should resign or be sacked, Braverman said, "That's a matter for the BBC and they will resolve that." I want to thank each and every one of you. He tweeted, "I have never known such love and support in my life than I’m getting this morning (England World Cup goals aside, possibly). I also think that we are on the side of the British people here." "I think it's unhelpful to compare our measures, which are lawful, proportionate and - indeed - compassionate, to 1930s Germany. Braverman announced the Illegal Migration Bill on Tuesday. The bill has been heavily criticised since its announcement. Lineker, who has presented the BBC's flagship football show for more than two decades, also hit back at his critics.

BBC Sport presenter Gary Lineker will reportedly be given a talking-to by bosses following a social media post in which he appeared to compare the UK Home ...

This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s, and I'm out of order?— Gary Lineker 💙💛 (@GaryLineker) I don't think that's an appropriate way of framing the debate." "I want to thank each and every one of you. "Gary Lineker is paid for by the British taxpayer and it's disappointing that he is so far out of step with the British public." "This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s, and I'm out of order?" I'll continue to try and speak up for those poor souls that have no voice.

UK home secretary Suella Braverman and immigration minister Robert Jenrick have both criticised the Match Of The Day presenter.

Individuals who work for us are aware of their responsibilities relating to social media. GMB presenter Susanna Reid also grilled Ms Braverman after the minister said there is “likely billions” of migrants “eager” to come to the UK, saying: “On what planet is that likely and how is that not inflammatory language?” A BBC source told the PA news agency that the corporation is taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with the 62-year-old.

Lineker commented on a Twitter video put out by Home Secretary Suella Braverman, in which she unveiled government plans to stop migrant boats crossing the ...

This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s, and I’m out of order?— Gary Lineker 💙💛 (@GaryLineker) There is no huge influx. “This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s, and I’m out of order?”

Julia Hartley Brewer has lead furious reaction to BBC presenter Gary Lineker after he compared the Government's migrant plan to Nazi Germany.

We’re going to break the business model of these people smugglers and enable us to secure our borders. That’s exactly what we intend to do. “That needs to stop, we need to take the necessary steps now to ensure that if you are coming here illegally you will be detained and you will be removed, and that’s what this Bill will do.” @GaryLineker finally jumps the shark. “We’re going to stop the boats. TalkTV's Mike Graham tweeted: "Oh dear.

The Match of the Day host was criticised for tweets he posted about the government's new asylum plan.

can affect perceptions of the BBC's impartiality". Mr Sharp insists he got the job on merit. He has also been critical of successive Conservative governments over issues including Brexit. [followed up shortly after with:](https://twitter.com/GaryLineker/status/1633432528701779968?s=20) "I have never known such love and support in my life than I'm getting this morning (England World Cup goals aside, possibly). I want to thank each and every one of you. The corporation has also responded to previous criticism of Lineker by highlighting that he is not involved in its news or political output and is a freelance broadcaster, not a member of staff. The broadcaster's editorial guidelines state that the organisation is "committed to achieving due impartiality in all its output" and that "public comments, for example on social media, of staff [or] presenters... He added: "I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that's clearly important to us." "I also think that we are on the side of the British people here." The Match of the Day host had said the language setting out the plan was "not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s". The presenter described it on Twitter as an "immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s". Gary Lineker has said he will try to keep speaking up for people with "no voice", after criticism of his tweets on the government's asylum policy.

Energy Secretary Grant Shapps tweeted: “As a Jewish Cabinet minister I need no lessons about 1930s Germany from @GaryLineker. “Like Gary, I am hosting refugees ...

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” Individuals who work for us are aware of their responsibilities relating to social media. On Wednesday, Mr Davie told the BBC he had not spoken to Lineker, before being asked about how many “strikes” he has had on impartiality and social media. A spokesman for Labour leader Keir Starmer said it should be no surprise the BBC presenter has “strong views” on refugee rights, referring to the former England striker as a “passionate advocate” for refugees. “But beyond that, it’s up to the BBC, who I think have said today that they’ll be having a conversation with Gary Lineker, and it’s not for me to comment further.” A BBC source told the PA news agency the corporation was taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with Lineker.

It comes after the BBC confirmed earlier today that they would speak to Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker after he compared the government's new ...

Asked whether Lineker should resign or be sacked, Braverman said, "That's a matter for the BBC and they will resolve that." I also think that we are on the side of the British people here." A BBC spokesperson told The Mirror: “The BBC has social media guidance, which is published. "Anything going on?" Individuals who work for us are aware of their responsibilities relating to social media. [tweet comparing the government's new asylum policy to Nazi Germany](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/breaking-gary-lineker-government-bbc-29402379) and is not responding to calls from [BBC](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/bbc) bosses.

The BBC needs the presenter perhaps more than the former footballer needs the corporation. And that could define any punishment.

Lineker is involved in a [long-running legal case](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/feb/27/gary-linekers-lawyers-say-hmrc-tax-probe-looking-in-the-wrong-place) over whether he owes substantial back taxes relating to whether he should be classed as a freelance worker for the BBC and BT Sport for his work during the mid-2010s. But the BBC is damned if they do and damned if they don’t.” “But the BBC will probably have to suck it up as he doesn’t need them. “In that sense Gary Lineker is bigger than the BBC. The royal charter expires in 2027, although negotiations are unlikely to begin in earnest until after the next general election. To that end, an ultra-strict social media policy is now in force for news staff.

So the BBC, which sees nothing wrong in having a chairman who made huge donations to the Tory Party, and who helped Boris Johnson secure an £800,000 loan, is ...

On the 3Ps, at his “stop the boats” press conference and in his exchanges with Keir Starmer in the Commons, he showed himself to be just as bad as his predecessors. This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the ‘30s, and I’m out of order?” “He described how people – victims, perpetrators and witnesses – can gradually become desensitised to the exclusion, the stigmatisation and the alienation of those who have previously been friends. At the end of a passage about Anne Frank, I recall a speech by Camilla Parker Bowles at an Anne Frank Trust lunch in 2020. They all starred in the story of the rise of fascism. “Language not dissimilar to Germany in the 1930s,” says Lineker. The critics are usually the same people who claim that their right wing populism is motivated by a belief in “free speech” which “snowflakes” like Lineker want to deny them. Then, when the usual “stick to football” right wing snowflakes piled in on Twitter, Lineker added: “There is no huge influx. It’s as though “illegal” is there to describe the Bill, not the migrants who would now, whatever their story, be incarcerated and deported, though at this stage nobody, least of all Braverman, knows where or how. I don’t know whether the “speaking to” will be done by said chairman and close pal of Rishi Sunak, Richard Sharp. “Good heavens, this is awful,” he said of the home secretary’s video message about her new Illegal Migrants Bill. “I would love to stick to sport,” he said, “but I can’t.

Good old Alastair Campbell has been out and about today, showing just why he was once such a valued spin doctor. The onetime master of the dark arts has ...

But Mr S thought it is worth noting that while Campbell no doubt genuinely supports Lineker’s opposition to Suella Braverman’s Bill – he is a Labour tribalist after all – Campbell does have an interest in Lineker’s fortunes. Given Campbell’s lightning-quick tendency to jump on any perceived Tory conflicts of interest, Mr S wonders if he will be pointing that out on his over-active Twitter feed. Good old Alastair Campbell has been out and about today, showing just why he was once such a valued spin doctor.

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

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” Individuals who work for us are aware of their responsibilities relating to social media. Former Newsnight presenter Emily Maitlis – who was reprimanded by the BBC for sharing a tweet the corporation viewed as “controversial” – said she thought it was “curious” the presenter was “free” to ask about Qatar’s human rights record during his World Cup coverage but not about the same issue in the UK. On Wednesday, Mr Davie told the BBC he had not spoken to Lineker, before being asked about how many “strikes” he has had on impartiality and social media. “But beyond that, it’s up to the BBC, who I think have said today that they’ll be having a conversation with Gary Lineker, and it’s not for me to comment further.” A BBC source told the PA news agency the corporation was taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with Lineker.

Piers Morgan has defended Gary Lineker's criticism of the UK Government's new asylum policy, arguing that the Match Of The Day host is “not a news ...

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” “If you decide not to watch him because of opinions, that’s your right. In the end he’s just a football presenter, and I don’t mean that to denigrate him, he’s very good at it. “Gary got a bit carried away, as he tends to do. But he’s not a news presenter. A BBC source also told the PA news agency that the corporation was taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with the ex-England striker.

Gary Lineker's former BBC colleague Mark Lawrenson said he was 'totally wrong' for his comments after he appeared to draw comparisons between the ...

Lineker described the controversial bill - unveiled by home secretary [Suella Braverman](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/suella-braverman) on Tuesday to a wave of backlash - as "beyond awful". He said: "Look, it’s up to him if he wants to say what he wants to say. he added, "He is saying it as a person, not a Match of the Day sports presenter… he’s allowed to say what he wants to say." Speaking on Piers Morgan: Uncensored, he added: "Everybody all of a sudden is saying, ‘You’ve got to sack him’. Despite him personally disagreeing with the comments, he said Gary should be allowed to share his personal view about the bill.

Gary Lineker has spoken out after reportedly facing a 'frank conversation' with the BBC after comparing Suella Braverman's asylum plans to '1930s…

I’ll continue to try and speak up for those poor souls that have no voice. I want to thank each and every one of you. "I have never known such love and support in my life than I’m getting this morning (England World Cup goals aside, possibly). Before adding: "Great to see the freedom of speech champions out in force this morning demanding silence from those with whom they disagree. Anything going on?" [Gary Lineker](https://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/23370642.bbc-gary-lineker-spoken-to-home-office-tweet/) said: “This is just an immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by [Germany](https://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/22442110.england-v-germany-wembley-stadium-bag-policy-banned-items/) in the 30s, and I’m out of order?”

Gary Lineker is refusing to be silenced after comparing the Government's plan to stop migrant boats to 1930s Germany.

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” Gary Lineker has told reporters outside his London home that he stands by his criticism of the... “Gary got a bit carried away, as he tends to do. Tom Hunt MP tweeted: "Respectfully I think you might be seeing/hearing what you want to. "I want to thank each and every one of you. Jeremy Corbyn MP also defended Lineker, tweeting: "Well done Gary.

The Talk TV host said Lineker's remarks were “clearly incendiary” but that his opinions “should not matter to the BBC's news output”. Lineker, 62, has faced ...

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” “If you decide not to watch him because of opinions, that’s your right. In the end he’s just a football presenter, and I don’t mean that to denigrate him, he’s very good at it. “Gary got a bit carried away, as he tends to do. But he’s not a news presenter. A BBC source also told the PA news agency that the corporation was taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with the ex-England striker.

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 ...

[Click to subscribe to the Sky News Daily wherever you get your podcasts](https://podfollow.com/skynewsdaily) Before closing the door, he was asked if he regretted his tweet. His remarks have sparked a row over whether he adhered to the BBC's impartiality guidelines. well we chat often." Asked if he had spoken to the director general, he said, after a pause, "yeah" before adding: "He said... As he passed round the back of the vehicle, he said "no" when asked if he fears suspension over his tweets.

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

Responding to a question in the Commons Ms Frazer said: "As somebody whose grandmother escaped Nazi Germany in the 1930s I think it's really disappointing and inappropriate to compare government policy on immigration... Mr Ayre, a former member of the broadcasting regulator Ofcom's content board, said it was "unacceptable" to have someone who works for the BBC "comparing Suella Braverman to the third Reich". "The BBC is operationally independent and I'm pleased the BBC will be speaking to Gary Lineker to remind him of his responsibilities in relation to social media." Lucy Frazer said it was "important for the BBC to retain impartiality if it is to retain the trust of the public who pay the licence fee". The BBC said on Wednesday it was having a "frank conversation" with Lineker about the BBC's guidelines on remaining impartial. Lineker had compared the language the government used to set out asylum plans to "that used by Germany in the 30s".

The presenter compared the language used to launch the policy with 1930s Germany. Match Of The Day host Gary Lineker leaves his home in London (James Manning/ ...

well we chat often”. “And in the case of presenters – and Gary’s the face of the World Cup and he’s the face of Match Of The Day – it clearly would be better for the BBC if he wasn’t on one side of the referendum debate and if he wasn’t criticising current serving politicians.” Speaking in the Commons earlier on Thursday, Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer said it was important for the BBC to maintain impartiality if it is to “retain the trust of the public who pay the licence fee”. However, support has come from media figures including Piers Morgan and Sky News commentator Adam Boulton. Before closing the door, he was asked if he regretted his tweet, responding “no” and asked if he stood by it he said “course”. It comes as the Culture Secretary described the Match Of The Day presenter’s comments as “ disappointing and inappropriate” and said it was important for the BBC to maintain impartiality if it is to “retain the trust of the public who pay the licence fee”.

Match of the Day presenter says he doesn't fear being suspended by BBC for comparing language used to that in 1930s Germany.

Staff were told they needed to follow editorial guidelines and editorial oversight in the same way as when doing BBC content. “What if he was tweeting ‘Brexit is working, Suella Braverman is right, refugees should go back to Calais’?,” said Mosey, speaking to Times Radio. If you receive £1.4m from the BBC, you need to abide by the BBC’s rules.” In a tweet on Thursday, Lineker suggested he was not facing any sanction or suspension. Lineker told reporters he did not. “Happy that this ridiculously out of proportion story seems to be abating and very much looking forward to presenting [Match of the Day] on Saturday.

The two TV presenters are known to have clashed previously on various issues online.

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” “If you decide not to watch him because of opinions, that’s your right. In the end he’s just a football presenter, and I don’t mean that to denigrate him, he’s very good at it. “Gary got a bit carried away, as he tends to do. But he’s not a news presenter. A BBC source also told the PA news agency that the corporation was taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with the ex-England striker.

It comes as the UK's culture secretary described the Match Of The Day presenter's comments as “ disappointing and inappropriate” and said it was important for ...

well we chat often”. “And in the case of presenters — and Gary’s the face of the World Cup and he’s the face of Match Of The Day — it clearly would be better for the BBC if he wasn’t on one side of the referendum debate and if he wasn’t criticising current serving politicians.” Speaking in the House of Commons earlier on Thursday, culture secretary Lucy Frazer said it was important for the BBC to maintain impartiality if it is to “retain the trust of the public who pay the licence fee”. However, support has come from media figures including Piers Morgan and Sky News commentator Adam Boulton. Before closing the door, he was asked if he regretted his tweet, responding “no” and asked if he stood by it he said “course”. It comes as the UK's culture secretary described the Match Of The Day presenter’s comments as “ disappointing and inappropriate” and said it was important for the BBC to maintain impartiality if it is to “retain the trust of the public who pay the licence fee”.

However, support has come from media figures including Piers Morgan and Sky News commentator Adam Boulton. Eurovision 2023. Director-general of the BBC Tim ...

Staff were told they needed to follow editorial guidelines and editorial oversight in the same way as when doing BBC content. Lineker is a freelance broadcaster for the BBC, not a permanent member of staff, and is not responsible for news or political content so does not need to adhere to the same rules on impartiality. BBC director-general Tim Davie warned staff about their use of social media when he took on the role at the end of 2020, and guidelines around social media use have since been updated.

The presenter has the right to air his views, but it will harm the corporation he loves, says broadcaster and former BBC executive Roger Bolton.

[Richard Sharp](https://www.theguardian.com/media/2023/feb/12/bbc-chairman-richard-sharp-breached-standards-johnson-loan) has not yet resigned as BBC chair in the light of the clear conflicts of interest the revelations about [Boris Johnson’s finances](https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2023/jan/28/boris-johnson-asked-to-stop-seeking-richard-sharps-advice-on-finances-reports-say) have revealed. First that the country is deeply divided, second that the present government is determined to make this a key election issue and third that in the short term at least the numbers will not drop significantly. There are plenty of politicians and papers who will ignore the facts or claim the corporation is guilty of biased reporting, and they may, almost certainly will, point to Lineker’s tweets as evidence of this. Bluntly, because the future of the BBC is at stake, and that is more important in the long term than his undoubted right to tweet. As such, he has a personal responsibility not to do anything that may bring the BBC into disrepute, and one of the BBC’s most precious characteristics is its impartiality. Gary Lineker is a brilliant presenter, and by all accounts a good man who cares deeply about the underdog.

Former England striker Gary Lineker has faced criticism from members of the Conservative party after comparing the language used to launch the policy with ...

Before closing the door, he was asked if he regretted his tweet. well we chat often". He responded "no" and when asked if he stood by it he said "course". Then as he climbed into the rear passenger seat, he responded to a reporter asking if he has spoken to the BBC, saying: "I'm always talking to the BBC." As he passed round the back of the vehicle, he said "no" when asked if he fears suspension over his tweets. Former England striker Gary Lineker has faced criticism from members of the Conservative party after comparing the language used to launch the policy with 1930s Germany; it has sparked a row over whether he has adhered to the BBC's impartiality rules

Gary Lineker's criticism of the government's migrant policy have led to calls for him to be sacked from the BBC - but it's not the first time he's got in ...

Under the BBC's social media rules, criticising colleagues is off-limits. If you can't abide it, get off it." Thanks." Sky News looks at some of his controversies, according to the broadcaster's impartiality rules. He tweeted: "Gary. Please observe BBC editorial guidelines and keep your political views, whatever they are and whatever the subject, to yourself. [ suggested LGBT football fans should be "respectful" of Qata](https://news.sky.com/story/foreign-secretary-james-cleverly-criticised-for-saying-lgbt-football-fans-should-respect-qatar-12730610) [r](https://news.sky.com/story/foreign-secretary-james-cleverly-criticised-for-saying-lgbt-football-fans-should-respect-qatar-12730610), where homosexuality is illegal, if they visited for the World Cup. The ECU said Lineker was "one of the BBC's highest profile stars" and said while not being required to uphold the same high standards of impartiality as its journalists, he had an "additional responsibility" because of his profile. You are the face of BBC Sport. [Gary Lineker](https://news.sky.com/topic/gary-lineker-7610) signed a five-year deal with the BBC in 2020, under which he [agreed to adhere to their updated impartiality rules](https://news.sky.com/story/gary-lineker-to-adhere-to-new-bbc-impartiality-rules-after-signing-fresh-five-year-deal-12072460). [Lineker commented on a video of Suella Braverman](https://news.sky.com/story/gary-lineker-lineker-will-be-spoken-to-by-bbc-after-appearing-to-compare-migrant-policy-to-nazi-germany-12828462) unveiling [the government's plans to stop migrants](https://news.sky.com/story/annual-cap-on-migrants-entering-through-safe-routes-unveiled-and-small-boat-migrants-to-be-removed-swiftly-under-new-bill-12827855) crossing the Channel on small boats and saying the UK is being "overwhelmed". As well voicing as his Brexit opinions, he bemoaned "the absolute state of our politics", saying "imagine how hopeless you'd have to be to still be behind the Tory party in the polls".

The two TV presenters are known to have clashed previously on various issues online.

I think the BBC absolutely puts the highest value on impartiality and that’s clearly important to us.” “If you decide not to watch him because of opinions, that’s your right. In the end he’s just a football presenter, and I don’t mean that to denigrate him, he’s very good at it. “Gary got a bit carried away, as he tends to do. But he’s not a news presenter. A BBC source also told the PA news agency that the corporation was taking the matter “seriously” and expects to have a “frank conversation” with the ex-England striker.