article_snippet: Perry McCarthy also said that  the BBC's decision to suspend Jeremy Clarkson and drop the rest of the current series of Top Gear amid allegations Clarkson punched a producer was 'a complete overreaction' The presenter told waiting reporters that The presenter was off to have 'lunch with a friend' as The presenter left The presenter home yesterday . '
article_snippet: Clarkson's future at the BBC BBC is in doubt amid claims that he punched a producer in North Yorkshire.
article_snippet: he now faces an interrogation over he row with Top Gear producer Oisin Tymon by the BBC chiefs, who are said to be 'desperate' to get rid of he.
article_snippet: Ken MacQuarrie, head of BBC Scotland, is leading an inquiry into the fracas and is expected to deliver a verdict within days.
article_snippet: Clarkson was suspended by the BBC the BBC last week after allegedly shouting at Top Gear producer Oisin Tymon (pictured) the BBC the BBC owns both the Top Gear name and the format of the show, meaning that the BBC could still air without Clarkson.
article_snippet: However, many viewers tune in specifically because of the controversial presenter, and would be unwilling to watch the BBC without the controversial presenter.
article_snippet: Some BBC insiders argue that another host could take Mr Clarkson’s place.
article_snippet: BBC Radio 2 host Chris Evans has been tipped for the role, although BBC Radio 2 host Chris Evans has ruled BBC Radio 2 host Chris Evans out of the running.
highlights_snippet: Clarkson's future at BBC is in doubt after Perry McCarthy allegedly punched a producer .
  