BBC say Michael Stewart won’t be back until it can ensure row over Rangers PR chief Traynor won’t be repeated
THE BBC have said Michael Stewart WON'T be back until they are certain the pundit's row over Rangers PR chief Jim Traynor won't be repeated.
The former
Hearts and Hibs man has been off air for a fortnight after taking aim at Traynor on the Beeb's radio show Sportsound.
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Stewart's BBC suspension is still ongoingCredit: PA
ress Association
He has also been absent from TV highlights show Sportscene in which he regularly features alongside host Jonathan Sutherland and Steven Thompson.
James McFadden replaced Stewart initially with Malky Mackay featuring on last night's episode following the weekend action.
SunSport
revealed last week Stewart's Beeb suspension would be extended into this week.
But no return date has been set with the broadcaster determined to ensure there is no repeat of the furore.
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He blasted Rangers PR chief Traynor during a Sportsound showCredit: Willie Vass
A BBC spokesperson said: "Our editorial guidelines were not adhered to on Sportsound and we’re still in discussions to ensure there’s no repeat of that in future.
"While those discussions continue, Michael Stewart will not appear on any of our sports programmes."