'Now with this agreement, we look forward to resolving things and getting back to business as usual.' Tim Davie, the BBC’s director-general, has defended the broadcaster's actions in a 'car crash' interview on Monday morning.
Earlier on Monday, Davie confirmed Lineker’s return saying: ‘Gary is a valued part of the BBC and I know how much the BBC means to Gary, and I look forward to him presenting our coverage this coming weekend.’
Lineker himself said: ‘I am glad that we have found a way forward. I support this review and look forward to getting back on air.’Davies also confirmed the BBC would undergo a social media guidance review. His statement read: ‘Everyone recognises this has been a difficult period for staff, contributors, presenters and, most importantly, our audiences.
‘I apologise for this. The potential confusion caused by the grey areas of the BBC’s social media guidance that was introduced in 2020 is recognised. I want to get matters resolved and our sport content back on air.’ After a surreal few days, Iâm delighted that we have navigated a way through this. I want to thank you all for the incredible support, particularly my colleagues at BBC Sport, for the remarkable show of solidarity. Football is a team game but their backing was overwhelming. 1/4
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