BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker has hit back amid criticism of his presenting of the show this morning. He said “we still have a long way to go” as he defended holding the government to account.
In view of his 718,000 followers, Dan called out the criticism he’d received.
He penned: “Interesting how simply asking the government questions on #BBCBreakfast about the @OfficialTM_3 tweet to @pritipatel has led to plenty of angry messages & emails.
“From those questioning why I seem to support ‘them’ (black footballers) to this tripe [point emoji].
“We have a long way to go.”
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Following his tweet, the minister declined to comment.
On BBC Breakfast this morning, Dan asked the MP: “Is he right? Was Priti Patel stoking the fire?”
Barclay replied: “The Home Secretary herself has been the victim of the most appalling online abuse.
“She understands better than most the consequences of racism because she herself throughout her career, as a senior politician has been subject herself to online abuse and that why the Government is taking action.”
However, despite some angry messages, many have also praised Dan’s questioning.
On Twitter, one viewer wrote: “Well done Dan Walker @BBCBreakfast.
“Good to see your strong position over the spat between the Home Secretary and a senior England Football Player.”
Another wrote: “This has annoyed and upset me this morning. You really don’t deserve this.”
A third added: “Blimey! Imagine being so angry at the world that you take the time to twist what Tyrone said just to defend somebody who stoked the racism that his team mates endured. I agree, we’ve a very long way to go.”