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Carol Vorderman quits BBC role so she can keep slamming the Tories
Carol Vorderman quits BBC role so she can keep slamming the Tories
Carol Vorderman has quit her BBC radio show after five years so that she can carry on criticising the Tories. The presenter was on the air with her own radio show on BBC Radio Wales every Saturday morning but a new BBC social media policy otherwise known as the "Lineker clause," where employees at the national broadcaster are limited on what they can post online. Taking to Twitter, Vorderman announced the news where she thanked listeners "who answered the funny questions I asked every week about old memories and daft stories" and teased that she's moving "onwards to the next very interesting chapter." In a longer statement, she said she will "continue to criticise the current UK government for what it has done to the country which I love." Vorderman has often been outspoken against the Tories, for example she called them "morally corrupt” over Partygate, she compared former Prime Minister Boris Johnson to "a dose of diarrhoea," and got into an online spat with Tory MP Lee Anderson. (To name but a few instances). “After five years, I’m leaving my Saturday morning show on BBC Radio Wales," Vorderman began. “The BBC recently introduced new social media guidelines which I respect. However, despite my show being lighthearted with no political content, it was explained to me that as it is a weekly show in my name, the new guidelines would apply to all and any content that I post all year round. “Since those non-negotiable changes to my radio contract were made, I’ve ultimately found that I’m not prepared to lose my voice on social media, change who I am, or lose the ability to express the strong beliefs I hold about the political turmoil this country finds itself in.” “My decision has been to continue to criticise the current UK government for what it has done to the country which I love – and I’m not prepared to stop. I was brought up to fight for what I believe in, and I will carry on. “Consequently I have now breached the new guidelines and BBC Wales management have decided I must leave. We each must make our decisions. “I’m sad to have to leave the wonderful friends I’ve made at Radio Wales. I wish them, and all of our listeners, all the love in the world. We laughed a lot and we will miss each other dearly. But for now, another interesting chapter begins.” The reason why the new BBC social media guidelines are referred to as the "Lineker clause," after Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker found himself in an impartiality row with the broadcaster over his tweets where he compared UK’s asylum policy to 1930s Germany. Lineker was suspended which sparked a huge act of solidarity amongst BBC Sport staff which saw all sports coverage for that weekend cancelled. The ex-England player was later reinstated after him and the BBC "navigated a way for him [Lineker] to return." How to join the indy100's free WhatsApp channel Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-11-09 20:21
The Lost Library of Herculaneum: Unravelling the Scrolls That Mount Vesuvius Almost Destroyed
The Lost Library of Herculaneum: Unravelling the Scrolls That Mount Vesuvius Almost Destroyed
Historians were struck by the tantalizing possibility that this library might contain missing works of some of history’s greatest writers—works thought to have been lost forever.
2023-08-17 05:21
Zayn Malik hints new music is coming by dropping teaser video
Zayn Malik hints new music is coming by dropping teaser video
Former One Direction star Zayn Malik has dropped a huge hint he's about to release his first new music in nearly two years by sharing a short teaser clip on social media
2023-06-28 15:15
Harry Styles flashes a ballsy grin next to a ‘best schlong ever’ sign, cheeky fans say ‘prove it’
Harry Styles flashes a ballsy grin next to a ‘best schlong ever’ sign, cheeky fans say ‘prove it’
The 'best schlong ever' sign is a lewd rendition of Harry Styles' former band One Direction's song ‘Best Song Ever'
2023-05-25 11:21
'AGT' Season 18 contestant Chen Lei leaves judges and fans speechless with his gravity-defying act: 'That was a stunning performance'
'AGT' Season 18 contestant Chen Lei leaves judges and fans speechless with his gravity-defying act: 'That was a stunning performance'
The judges were deeply moved by Chen's audition and gave him a standing ovation
2023-06-28 09:56
Famed R&B group The Spinners donate performance outfits to Motown Museum in Detroit
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Henry Fambrough had a musical homecoming of sorts at “Hitsville U_S_A.”
2023-05-20 05:53
'The quality is crap': 'Sister Wives' star Christine Brown slammed for promoting 'cheap' Chinese clothing brand
'The quality is crap': 'Sister Wives' star Christine Brown slammed for promoting 'cheap' Chinese clothing brand
'Sister Wives' star Christine Brown recently left her job at clothing company LulaRoe
2023-06-17 09:27
Johnny Depp turns 60: Actor showered ex Amber Heard with expensive gifts including $150K Ford Mustang
Johnny Depp turns 60: Actor showered ex Amber Heard with expensive gifts including $150K Ford Mustang
An extravagant husband, Johnny Depp also gifted Amber Heard a rare Ernest Hemingway book that was valued at $155K
2023-06-09 20:23
Kiefer Sutherland's anecdote about Shane MacGowan proves what a legend he was
Kiefer Sutherland's anecdote about Shane MacGowan proves what a legend he was
Following the tragic passing of Shane MacGown, an old video has resurfaced of Kiefer Sutherland telling the story of the time they met - and had a disagreement. The duo had gotten into a physical fight at a party, before three hours later, MacGowan somehow ended up in Sutherland's hotel room, sleeping on the couch. When the actor woke up, the Pogues singer had written him a 'beautiful' letter - which Sutherland has kept to this day. "Don't judge a book by its cover and very rarely trust first encounters", he said of what he'd learnt from MacGowan. Sign up to our new free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-12-01 01:25
Who is Cyndy Castro? Former Dash employee praises Kim Kardashian while slamming 'not kind' Kourtney Kardashian
Who is Cyndy Castro? Former Dash employee praises Kim Kardashian while slamming 'not kind' Kourtney Kardashian
Former Dash staffer Cyndy Castro spilled juicy details of her time working at the Kardashian-owned clothing line store
2023-10-13 16:15
What it's like to get a Wes Anderson education, from 'Rushmore' to 'Asteroid City'
What it's like to get a Wes Anderson education, from 'Rushmore' to 'Asteroid City'
Much has been made of Wes Anderson’s often-recurring troupe of actors like Bill Murray, Adrien Brody and Owen Wilson
2023-06-21 04:52
'Mama June: Family Crisis' star June Shannon slammed for buying 'stupid' gifts to fix relationship with daughters
'Mama June: Family Crisis' star June Shannon slammed for buying 'stupid' gifts to fix relationship with daughters
Mama June and her daughters seeks therapy to mend their relationship
2023-07-01 12:26