Jeremy Clarkson pulls out of Have I Got News For You appearance following BBC sacking
Clarkson was recently sacked by the BBC
Your support helps us to tell the story
My recent work focusing on Latino voters in Arizona has shown me how crucial independent journalism is in giving voice to underrepresented communities.
Your support is what allows us to tell these stories, bringing attention to the issues that are often overlooked. Without your contributions, these voices might not be heard.
Every dollar you give helps us continue to shine a light on these critical issues in the run up to the election and beyond
Eric Garcia
Washington Bureau Chief
Former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson has pulled out of his planned hosting slot on Have I Got News for You.
Clarkson was due to record his appearance on the broadcaster’s satirical panel show on Thursady 23 April, in time for it to be broadcast the following day.
After the BBC did not renew Clarkson’s contract, director general Tony Hall said “a line has been crossed” by the present, and “there cannot be one rule for one and one rule for another”.
Read more: Top Gear creator Derek Smith dies
Sue Perkins is bookies' favourite to replace Clarkson
No further action to be taken by police against ClarksonThe controversial presenter’s fans rallied in his support, with over a million people signing a petition to see him re-instated on to motoring show.
However, although his Top Gear contract was not renewed, Clarkson has not been banned from appearing on the BBC altogether.
Despite being cut from Top Gear, Clarkson will appear on stage with his former colleagues, Richard Hammond and James May, to fulfil a series of shows planned before he left the BBC.
That means the shows, which will take in venues in Australia, Norway, South Africa and the UK, will not be able to use clips from the show or feature The Stig.
Additional reporting by PA
Subscribe to Independent Premium to bookmark this article
Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments