Geoffrey Boycott knighted in May's honours despite assault conviction

Decision condemned by domestic violence charity as ‘dangerous message’Boycott: ‘I don’t give a toss’ about criticism of knighthoodThe former England cricket captain and commentator Geoffrey Boycott has been knighted in Theresa May’s resignation honours list for their service to sport.The honour has sparked controversy owing to his conviction in a French court more than 20 years ago for assaulting his then girlfriend. He was fined £5,000 and given a three