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    Afternoon Briefing Monday 11th December

    enDecember 11, 2023

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    • BT sponsors podcast on Sunak testimony, Rwanda deportation, and Lineker impartialitySunak denies influence, defends Rwanda scheme; Lineker faces impartiality criticism; Hamas demands prisoner exchanges

      BT, a company known for its support of businesses, was a major sponsor of this podcast episode. The discussion covered various topics, including Rishi Sunak's testimony at the COVID inquiry, the ongoing debate over the UK government's Rwanda deportation scheme, and Gary Lineker's potential impartiality issue at the BBC. Sunak denied having undue influence over Boris Johnson during the pandemic and confirmed he had no relevant WhatsApp messages. The defense secretary defended the Rwanda scheme, arguing it would prevent most illegal migrant claims. Lineker, a Match of the Day host, faced criticism for signing a letter against the scheme, with Grant Shapps urging him to maintain impartiality. The conversation also touched on Hamas' demand for prisoner exchanges in return for released hostages. Overall, the episode showcased the complexities of current political issues and the ongoing debates surrounding them.

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