Gary Lineker.
English football pundit and former player
More than 100 UK millionaires urge higher wealth taxes
More than 100 UK-based millionaires, led by Gary Lineker, have signed the 'Proud to Pay' open letter urging Andy Burnham to tax wealth more to reduce inequality and fund public services, arguing the very rich can afford it. The push has celebrity backing and a stated potential revenue boost, but faces criticism from Reform UK and Conservative voices who warn higher wealth taxes could deter investment and harm the economy.
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About Gary Lineker
Gary Winston Lineker is an English sports broadcaster, businessman, and former professional footballer who played as a striker. Regarded as one of the best players of his generation and one of England's greatest players, Lineker is the only player to have been the top goalscorer in England with three clubs: Leicester City, Everton, and Tottenham Hotspur. He also played for Barcelona in Spain, and won 80 caps for England.
Everything about Gary Lineker →- Occupation
- association football player, sports commentator, journalist, broadcaster
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
- Born
- November 30, 1960