Overview

• Gary Lineker will step down from the BBC after this weekend’s Match of the Day, ending a 26-year tenure with the broadcaster.
• The Metropolitan Police are assessing public complaints about Lineker’s May 12 social media post referencing Zionism and featuring a rat emoji but have not launched a formal investigation.
• Lineker issued an unreserved apology on May 19, acknowledging the hurt caused by the post, which he described as a genuine mistake.
• Downing Street criticized the post as 'completely unacceptable' while recognizing Lineker's significant contributions to the BBC.
• Jewish advocacy groups, including the Board of Deputies of British Jews, are urging the BBC to implement antisemitism training for all staff in response to the incident.