DUP calls for new UK rules on flying the Union flag at government buildings EVERY DAY to be followed in Northern Ireland Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has unveiled new rules on flying Union flag Set out that flag should be flown every day rather than just on specific occasions DUP says the guidance should apply … Read more
Euros could be moved to the UK this summer ‘with Britain willing to host entire tournament with plans in place to welcome fans back into football stadiums by the end of May… and over 4,000 supporters will be allowed in!’ Britain is reportedly willing to host the entire Euro 2020 tournament Wembley is already set … Read more
Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter will be handed fines for the abuse of footballers, like Axel Tuanzebe and Anthony Martial, if they fail to protect them under tough new rules drawn up by ministers. And that means they will have to deal with anonymous abusers so the police can take action, Sportsmail understands. Racist comments and … Read more
Football’s last chance: Government DID discuss stopping sport during new lockdown with Premier League and FA bosses warned that spiralling cases and players flouting Covid rules could spark a shutdown Football has displayed ‘weak management’ by not tackling rule-breakers Public health experts players who break rules should be banned for six weeks Culture Secretary Oliver … Read more
MPs accuse The Crown’s Prince Charles star of ‘outrageous’ bid to silence critics after he slapped down Culture Secretary who asked for ‘fiction’ disclaimer Tory MPs accused Josh O’Connor of trying to silence criticism of The Crown Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden insisted show should carry ‘fiction’ disclaimer The actor who plays Prince branded Mr Dowden’s intervention ‘outrageous’ … Read more
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden tells MPs he hopes sports stadiums will be at FULL capacity by the autumn allowing maximum attendance at the Rugby League World Cup, but there’s no update on summer tournaments like Euro 2020, Wimbledon and cricket Oliver Dowden said he ‘very much hopes’ that by the Rugby League World Cup which … Read more
JON SOPEL, £245,000-a-year BBC salary: Jon Sopel, 60, is paid up to £245,000 a year in his role as the broadcaster’s North America Editor, covering all aspects of US news including politics, policy and business. But the presenter last year sparked a conflict of interest row after accepting tens of thousands of pounds from the biggest bank … Read more
Premier League and elite sport WILL continue confirms Prime Minister Boris Johnson, despite England being plunged into a second lockdown amid coronavirus crisis Elite sport including the Premier League will go on during the national lockdown The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport confirmed the continuation Prime Minister Boris Johnson has issued a … Read more
George Osborne and Nicky Morgan rule themselves out of BBC chairman race after Rishi Sunak’s old Goldman Sachs boss was tipped for role Richard Sharp is said to be Government’s choice to replace Sir David Clementi Former culture secretary and former chancellor have both decided not to apply It comes after Boris Johnson’s first choice … Read more
Subscription-based BBC? Former culture secretary says broadcaster must ‘adapt’ to changing TV landscape and could follow paid-for rivals like Netflix ‘in next ten years’ John Whittingdale said it could be what the ‘future looks like’ He said there is going to be a debate about the licence fee in the future He added this model had ‘proved very successful’ … Read more
Government admits Euro 2020 matches in England ARE under threat due to Covid-19 as Oliver Dowden says he ‘can’t give a cast iron assurance’ that Wembley games – including the semi-finals and final – will be safe to go ahead Euro 2020 matches due to take place in England next summer are under threat Wembley … Read more
Euro 2020 matches in England under threat due to Covid-19 as Government admit they can’t guarantee seven Wembley games including the semi-finals and final will be safe to go ahead with fans Euro 2020 matches due to take place in England next summer are under threat Wembley is set to host seven matches including both … Read more
EFL and National League clubs stand on the verge of financial ruin and could be LOST after return of fans was delayed as letter sent to Culture Secretary appealing for urgent help is backed by former FA chief Greg Dyke and Robbie Savage By Pa Reporter Published: 11:34 BST, 28 September 2020 | Updated: 11:41 … Read more