BBC issues statement on Thomas Skinner’s Question Time payment row

• Thomas Skinner, a former Strictly Come Dancing star, appeared on the BBC's Question Time programme, sparking controversy.
• Skinner claimed on social media that he was offered £2,000 for his appearance, plus £400 for his driver, and that he was not representing any political party.
• The BBC denied Skinner's claim, stating that panellists who are not politicians receive a standard fee of £150 for appearing on Question Time.
• Skinner doubled down on his assertion, stating his understanding of the fee came directly from his management.
• His appearance on the show drew criticism, partly due to past controversial social media comments and his affiliation with Reform UK, and his relationship with the BBC has been fraught since his Strictly stint.

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BBC denies Thomas Skinner’s claim of being paid £2,000 for controversial Question Time appearance