Lineker: Today is a reminder that we need a properly independent BBC
13 Mar 2023
EMBARGO: Immediate Release
Commenting on the news Gary Lineker has been told to step back from presenting Match of the Day, Liberal Democrat DCMS spokesperson Jamie Stone MP said:
“Today is a reminder that we need a properly independent BBC that upholds our best British values, is strong enough to stand up to political pressure and defend freedom of speech.
“The Conservatives have consistently tried to attack and undermine that; Liberal Democrats will always resist their attacks which are not in the best interests of the country.”
ENDS