Gary Lineker to Return to Match of the Day
BBC Reverses Decision
The BBC has announced that Gary Lineker will return to his role as the host of Match of the Day. Lineker was temporarily removed from the position after he made a controversial tweet about the Conservative Party's austerity policies.
Lineker's Tweet
In the tweet, Lineker said that the Conservative Party was "destroying the NHS" and that "people are dying because of their policies." The tweet was met with criticism from some, who accused Lineker of being biased and of using his platform to promote his own political views.
BBC's Decision
The BBC initially decided to remove Lineker from Match of the Day for six months. However, following a public outcry, the BBC reversed its decision and announced that Lineker would return to the show immediately.
Lineker's Response
Lineker has said that he is "delighted" to be returning to Match of the Day. He has also apologized for the tweet that led to his suspension, saying that he "regrets" making it.
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