Emails between the BBC and the DCMS show that Payne and Davies conversations were unscheduled.
The BBC wanted Lineker to apologize but he refused.
At no time have we sought to influence the BBCs decisions on this matter.
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BBC Management clearly handled the Lineker suspension controversy very badly.
Cleverly told LBC that Linekers tweet was deeply offensive and suggested he read his history books.
I put thisin that category, he said.
Lineker declined to comment.
