Rail union leader Mick Lynch to appear on BBC’s Have I Got News For You

The general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union will be a panellist on the programme on September 23,

Wednesday 07 September 2022 19:11 BST

Mick Lynch, general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (Stefan Rousseau/PA) (PA Wire)

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

Rail union leader Mick Lynch is to appear on BBC’s Have I Got News For You, cementing his popularity since he was thrust into the spotlight because of recent strike action.

The general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union will be a panellist on the programme on September 23,

Mr Lynch has become a media star following his many TV and radio interviews explaining why the strikes are being held.

Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Thank you for registering

Rail union leader Mick Lynch to appear on BBC’s Have I Got News For You

The general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union will be a panellist on the programme on September 23,

Thank you for registering