The Footie Thread

[Swango1980]

It comes down to #3
Does his work require impartiality?
In football terms then yes it does.
On any other subject?
No, because it's not part of his job.
If he was a political correspondent then he would have to remain impartial
He isn't
So he doesn't have to.

I'm not sure how you can conclude that?

I am sure some of the top people in the BBC, who are fully aware of their own guidelines, had a lengthy meeting, and concluded he could not do what he did. I am sure this meeting included some top lawyers.

So, what do you know that none of them know?

The issue isn't really can he or can he not. It is how the BBC deal with it, knowing the attention it will get.

Liverpool could do with Lineker on penalties.

 

[Mel Smooth]

It comes down to #3
Does his work require impartiality?
In football terms then yes it does.
On any other subject?
No, because it's not part of his job.
If he was a political correspondent then he would have to remain impartial
He isn't
So he doesn't have to.
If he said it while on TV or on a BBC website then he would be in trouble...
Elon doesn't own the BBC....yet

He made a political statement at the world cup, sanctioned by the BBC - at that moment, he becomes a political spokesperson for the organisation. Expressing a political view was quite clearly part of his job then - so any future political statements will be going forwards.

 

[Mel Smooth]

Anyway, I'm out of the debate - Phil's head will be about to explode trying to ascertain if anybody is crossing the line.

If Huddersfield lose today I reckon they'll be in admin by the end of the week...

 

[Deleted member 1147]

Anyway, I'm out of the debate - Phil's head will be about to explode trying to ascertain if anybody is crossing the line.

If Huddersfield lose today I reckon they'll be in admin by the end of the week...

I think Phil’s too busy with watching Liverpool.
nice attempt though

 

[Swango1980]

Anyway, I'm out of the debate - Phil's head will be about to explode trying to ascertain if anybody is crossing the line.

If Huddersfield lose today I reckon they'll be in admin by the end of the week...

As it stands, I think he would rather discuss Lineker than football

 

[Mel Smooth]

I think Phil’s too busy with watching Liverpool.
nice attempt though

The other Phil. The important one. ;-)

 

[HomecountiesJohn]

This is what I got

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64920557

Just noticed same link. Very first quote I think

If you scroll past the piece you quoted its the next paragraph. Its certainly not clear.

For me, it reads that whilst the BBC have standard guidelines for employees not everyone incuding freelance staff adhere to "company policy" per se.

It's not uncommon for freelancers to work to a different set of guidelines.

 

[Pin-seeker]

Backed Salah 2shots on target & he goes & does that from the spot

 

[Deleted member 15344]

God this is awful going forward , just no fluid movement , not sure why they took Nunez off

We are going to get what we deserve here - nothing , Bournemouth will be well worthy of their 3 points here

 

[Voyager EMH]

He made a political statement at the world cup, sanctioned by the BBC - at that moment, he becomes a political spokesperson for the organisation. Expressing a political view was quite clearly part of his job then - so any future political statements will be going forwards.

For the BBC, at given moments, Lineker has become,
Comedian
Spanish/English interpretor
Striptease artist
etc etc
What a multitalented guy he is. Could that be why he gets paid so much?
Well done Gary.

 

[Swango1980]

I suspect Man Utd flattered Liverpool last week. Fair statement?

 

[Billysboots]

I suspect Man Utd flattered Liverpool last week. Fair statement?

Liverpool perhaps enjoyed their cup final last week a little too much.

 

[HomecountiesJohn]

I suspect Man Utd flattered Liverpool last week. Fair statement?

In Swango's world maybe

 

[Pin-seeker]

Salah’s
penalty

 

[Piece]

Don't worry Klopp, soon be time for Real Madrid away...

 

[Tashyboy]

I wonder if we will get another 20 pages of the Liverpool game on the forum this week.
What I do know is the bookies will be making a fortune this season with some results.

 

[PhilTheFragger]

I’m confused, earlier in the week weren’t some posts deleted and infractions given out for just mentioning GL, but now a full blown discussion on the situation appears to be allowed.

Anyone who posted about GL on Wednesday either in “things that gladden the heart” (supporting his views) or in “Random irritations” ( against his views) was expressing a political opinion, this was dealt with by another mod who issued points to those concerned
That took 2 of those posters over the 10 point mark due to previous infractions which triggered temporary bans.

People posting on the footie thread about GL match of the day ban and his right to free speech or not are neither in support or against his views and are therefore not political.

If you cannot see the difference, then I can’t help you.

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Just a shocking performance

Prob the worst I have seen VVD play , bullied by Solanke and missed an open goal

Not sure how wide that penalty was but was a shocker

Oh well at least it’s put Everton deep in it

 

[Lord Tyrion]

Bournemouth, what the heck? They were supposed to be guaranteed relegation fodder and then they decide to have a go at staying up .

Are Liverpool going Spursy for this season?

 

[PJ87]

Bournemouth, what the heck? They were supposed to be guaranteed relegation fodder and then they decide to have a go at staying up .

Are Liverpool going Spursy for this season?

This season? Apart from the * season they have been spursy