“Good news everyone Richard Madeley eminent epidemiologist on GMB giving us the benefit of his expertise on all things virus related,” joked a third.
Some viewers agreed with Madeley, however, with one tweeting: “Richard Madeley speaking too much common sense on #GMB.
His comments have been condemned by viewers on Twitter, with one person writing: “Richard Madeley adding himself to the list of ‘celebrity’ covidiots on #GMB.”
During an appearance on Good Morning Britain, the TV presenter said: “In the situation we are in now, I think that it is proving lockdowns are pointless.”