BBC turmoil after Gary Lineker's controversial tweet

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A decision by the BBC has sparked debates around impartiality in the United Kingdom. Renowned sports presenter Gary Lineker was forced to step down from the Match of the Day show following a tweet which criticised the government's migration policy. The public broadcaster's decision caused programmes to come to a standstill, as presenters and commentators engaged in a boycott to demonstrate solidarity with Lineker.

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Published 12 March 2023 1:24pm

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A decision by the BBC has sparked debates around impartiality in the United Kingdom. Renowned sports presenter Gary Lineker was forced to step down from the Match of the Day show following a tweet which criticised the government's migration policy. The public broadcaster's decision caused programmes to come to a standstill, as presenters and commentators engaged in a boycott to demonstrate solidarity with Lineker.

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