Emily Maitlis: It was my decision not to appear on Newsnight
(WorldNews Entertainment)

Newsnight host Emily Maitlis said she has been “overwhelmed” by support from viewers as she revealed it was her decision not to appear on the show which aired after the Dominic Cummings monologue row. The BBC ruled that the presenter`s comments on Prime Minister Boris Johnson`s chief adviser breached impartiality rules. The 49-year-old broadcaster tweeted: “Been overwhelmed by all the kindness, messages – and support on here – and I`ve probably missed much of it. “A big thank you from us all at Newsnight.” Her absence the night after the monologue sparked suggestions that she had been replaced on the flagship BBC Two show, but Maitlis said she had asked for the evening off. So grateful to my...