Mike Graham sacked from TalkTV after controversial social media post

Presenter Mike Graham has been sacked from TalkTV following his “repeated failure” to co-operate with a company investigation after a controversial post was shared to his social media.

It was revealed in October that the journalist was taking a break from his breakfast show following a backlash to a Facebook post, which he apologised for and said was posted to his page “without my knowledge”.

The post reportedly featured a picture of a statue of Sir Winston Churchill alongside an image of a Tube carriage, with the caption: “Compare and contrast. Tell me we’re not f***** by multicultural bollocks.”

It added: “Why are we surrounded by non-white people? Just f*** off…”

On Wednesday, Graham, who hosted Morning Glory, said it was “time to move on to the next chapter” in a Substack post where he revealed the launch of The Mike Graham Show on YouTube.

A statement from News UK, parent company of Talk, said: “An abhorrent and vile post appeared on Mike Graham’s Facebook page in October. Mike Graham said this was not posted by him and he agreed to cooperate with a company investigation, using an independent forensic firm.

“He later reneged on several opportunities to cooperate with the company investigation.

“We have been gravely concerned at his repeated failure to cooperate on such a serious matter and the decision has been taken that Mike Graham will not return to Talk.”

In his post, Graham said: “It is with a mix of fond memories and excitement that I share this update with you all.

“After an incredible journey as the presenter of Morning Glory on TalkTV my time at the station has come to an end – more on that in the coming days.

“It has been a truly enjoyable experience – a platform to engage in lively debate, connect with brilliant guests, and most importantly, to amplify the voices that matter most. Your voices.”

Graham said his YouTube channel will be a space where he can “continue to serve the public in the ways that have always driven me – holding politicians to account, highlighting injustices wherever they arise, and being a relentless voice for those who feel ignored or overlooked by the Government”.