Gary Lineker is 'stepping back' from Match of the Day until agreement reached on social media use
He will not return until there is "an agreed and clear position on his use of social media", a spokesperson said.
The ex-England striker wrote: "There is no huge influx. We take far fewer refugees than other major European countries. A statement read: "The BBC has been in extensive discussions with Gary and his team in recent days. We have said that we consider his recent social media activity to be a breach of our guidelines.
Danmark Seneste Nyt, Danmark Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også læse nyheder, der ligner denne, som vi har indsamlet fra andre nyhedskilder.
Gary Lineker still faces BBC rebuke over tweets despite Match of the Day return, insiders sayGary Lineker could still face a BBC rebuke over his Nazi Germany tweets despite returning to work. Director-General Tim Davie is under pressure to rein in or part company with the Match of the Day presenter
Læs mere »
Gary Lineker 'steps back' from Match of the Day after asylum seeker tweetsA statement issued by the BBC on Friday said that the ex-footballer, 62, had breached impartiality guidelines.
Læs mere »
Gary Lineker to step back from Match of the Day presenting roleGary Lineker has been in the spotlight this week over his reaction to the government's new plan for asylum seekers.
Læs mere »
Gary Lineker to step back from presenting Match of the DayEx-Leicester City star Gary Lineker is to step back from presenting Match of the Day until an agreement is reached on his social media use, the BBC says
Læs mere »
Gary Lineker: Why his comments present a problem for the BBCHow the presenter's remarks, comparing UK asylum policy to 1930s Germany, place the BBC in a pickle.
Læs mere »