Lineker criticizes the Government and causes controversy

Former soccer player Gary Lineker’s criticism of the British Conservative Government’s plan to deny asylum to migrants arriving in small boats sparked controversy in the United Kingdom on Wednesday between sympathizers and those who believe that he should censor himself for his current work. on the BBC public chain.

Lineker, who is a football commentator on the public channel, yesterday described on Twitter as “beyond terrible” the bill against illegal immigration presented by the Minister of the Interior, Suella Braverman, and, in response to another user, he thought their language was reminiscent of Nazi Germany.

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“We accept fewer refugees than other European countries,” tweeted the former Tottenham and FC Barcelona striker. “It is an immeasurably cruel policy aimed at the most vulnerable people, in a language not unlike that used by Germany in the 1930s,” he added.

Braverman on Wednesday called Lineker’s comments “irresponsible” and indicated it was up to the BBC, which has impartiality guidelines, to decide whether to fire him.

The minister, disappointed

“Obviously I’m disappointed. I don’t think it’s useful to compare our measures, which were legal, proportionate and, in fact, compassionate, with Germany in the 1930s,” Bravermann said.

The public broadcaster indicated for its part that it would hold a “frank conversation” with Lineker, the highest-paid star, to remind him of his responsibilities.

The BBC, however, has different requirements for its staff or freelancers, as is the case with Lineker, and the news or other spaces.

Lineker has presented the popular football program ‘Match of the Day’ since 1999 and is also known for speaking out on controversial issues such as immigration or Brexit.

Lineker, not giving up

In response to the attacks he has received in recent times, especially from conservative politicians, Lineker has now assured that he has not received “too much love” from his followers.

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“Great to see that defenders of freedom of expression are out in force this morning, demanding silence from people they disagree with,” Lineker wrote on Twitter and warned that he would continue to “try to speak up for to poor souls without a voice”.