[Keith]

At least GB News can't claim they're ignored by other media anymore...

In all seriousness - that's not even a worthy domestic lead.

I suspect there may be a few factors at play.

Firstly, there's promotion of BBC's own programmes. His comments related to a discussion that took place on the BBC's Politics Live programme. It also gave them chance to show a clip of Ava Evans' reaction to the events, which was being recorded for an upcoming episode of the BBC's Newscast.

Secondly, there's a chance to criticise a rival news channel, which a number of politicians seem to favour based on some presenting on it. A small reminder of their quality journalism and the benefits of the licence fee funding perhaps.

Thirdly, the individuals involved. I wouldn't be surprised if Wootton has managed irritate and/or frustrate a number of journalists and reporters up the wrong way, given his years in the tabloids and TV. This is something that the can safely report on, without having to worry to much about either his lawyers or needing to run it past someone higher up first. Whilst Laurence Fox doesn't have the same press background he's also well known for his controversial opinions.

Thankfully this morning on Breakfast it was reduced to a brief mention in the middle of the news bulletin.