Gary Lineker responds to accusation he is ‘pushing agenda’ over climate change warning

Gary Lineker, 61, took to Twitter earlier today to issue a warning on the “terrifying” effects of climate change amid the ongoing heatwave. The Match of the Day presenter claimed that the lack of action was a “catastrophic mistake”, sparking backlash from other social media users.

Gary retweeted a post featuring a screenshot of a headline that claimed Britain was set to go “into meltdown over 106F hottest day ever” on Monday.

The alarming headline also claimed that “health bosses warn ambulances could catch fire in queues outside hospitals”.

The screengrab was accompanied by a caption written by Twitter user, MrMatthewTodd, who said: “You know this is just the beginning, don’t you?

“Talked to some famous people last night who didn’t understand that almost all climate scientists agree, and what eventually comes is crop failure which leads to civil unrest and widespread violence. Watch Breaking Boundaries asap.”

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But Gary’s remarks sparked debate as some accused him of not doing his part to help stop climate change, while others pointed out the changes he had introduced to his life to avoid contributing to it.

Ferafestiva23 said: “Yet you still drive that Merc and are flying to Qatar.

“When you start practising what you preach people may be more inclined to listen. Don’t you get that?

“We’re fed up with being lectured on our carbon footprints by people who ignore their own.”