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Writing in this weeks edition of Radio Times magazine, he criticised Brand, the comedian, for encouraging his fans to abstain from voting by telling them he had never voted and never will.

Speaking in 2013, he told Newsnight: I am not voting out of absolute indifference and weariness and exhaustion from the lies, treachery and deceit of the political class that has been going on for generations.

Robinson has now admitted he has got a bit of beef with Brand, whom he referred to as the man with the most manicured chest in Britain.

The Brand v Farage preChristmas Question Time panto drew the crowds in a way few political programmes ever do, he said.

And yet Brand continues to tell people that all politics and all politicians are corrupt or venal or a waste of time.

Robinson added: Now, you may ask Arent you meant to be impartial as the Beebs political guy? And, youd be right and wrong.

Yes, its my job to leave my personal views and prejudices at the door when I report on TV or radio or online.

I am not, though, required to be impartial between democracy and the alternatives. Whats more, if Auntie ever asked me to be Id refuse or quit the job.

My German Jewish grandparents were forced to flee the Nazis and then, later, the Communist who took over China, the place theyd sought refuge. In this election year I am an unapologetic believer in elections.

Last year, Robinson was accused of bias during the BBCs coverage of the Scottish referendum after Alex Salmond accused him of heckling after asking questions at a press conference.

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Nick Robinson: Russell Brand's anti-voting plea could undermine democracy