Alan, it’s great to be here,
Lineker said, his voice sounding more hoarse than usual, but he made no other reference to the recent turmoil in his opening remarks
I just need to clear up and wanted to say how upset we were (for) all the audiences who missed out on last weekend,
Shearer said
Everyone recognises this has been a difficult period for staff, contributors, presenters and, most importantly, our audiences,
Davie said
I am glad that we have found a way forward,
he said in the joint statement with Davie
However difficult the last few days have been, it simply doesn’t compare to having to flee your home from persecution or war to seek refuge in a land far away. It’s heartwarming to have seen the empathy towards their plight from so many of you,
he said
