6 years, 3 months ago

Tommy Robinson supporters hurl abuse at woman then rip away placard listing his previous crimes

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Many of Robinson’s supporters were holding their own signs, reading “no to Sharia law”, attacking the “fake news media” and calling for “freedom of speech”. Ms Lyons said she protested over concern that Robinson had jeopardised a case at Leeds Crown Court and because “it bothers me with the way it’s being portrayed and the people he surrounds himself with”. open image in gallery ‘Today is judgment day for the British government and the establishment,’ said Robinson, despite it being anything but “I believe they want me in prison for Christmas,” he claimed. “We will be looking into whether any offences have been committed.” Protesters vowed to return to the Old Bailey for Robinson’s next hearing, where Judge Hilliard will decide how the case will proceed and where.

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson jailed for 18 months for contempt after repeating libellous claims against Syrian refugee

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Thousands Rally in London to Support Far-Right Figure Tommy Robinson

Live Mint

Thousands gathered in London to support Tommy Robinson, a prominent far-right figure in the UK, who was recently arrested for contempt of court. The protests were a response to his recent inflammatory statements about immigration and Islam. The rallies saw heightened tensions, leading to multiple arrests, with both pro- and anti-Robinson supporters being among those arrested.

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Four people arrested during pro-Tommy Robinson and anti-racism marches

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson supporters chant 'We want Tommy out!' as their figurehead is held in a police cell - while police clash with protesters on both sides and violent demonstrators are arrested

Daily Mail

Tens of thousands of Tommy Robinson supporters packed into central London on Saturday and threw their arms in the air while chanting 'we want Tommy out', as police arrested four people amid skirmishes with protesters on both sides. A man holds a banner saying 'I am Peter Lynch' - apparently mimicking France's Je suis Charlie slogan over the killing of …

5 months, 1 week ago

How Tommy Robinson gave away he was hiding at luxury Cyprus hotel while stoking UK riots

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5 months, 1 week ago

Tommy Robinson stokes far-right riots on social media from outside UK

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson ‘arrested under anti-terror laws’ following film complaint

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1 year, 2 months ago

PM condemns ‘wholly unacceptable’ violence of far-right and ‘Hamas sympathisers’

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3 years, 3 months ago

Tommy Robinson handed five-year stalking ban after turning up at Independent journalist’s home

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3 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson loses libel case brought by Syrian schoolboy

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3 years, 9 months ago

Tommy Robinson ‘secretly recorded school staff for libel defence’

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3 years, 9 months ago

Tommy Robinson ‘threatened Independent journalist in bid to prevent publication of story’

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5 years, 1 month ago

Tommy Robinson appears in High Court over ‘very serious allegations’ about Syrian child bullied in viral video

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5 years, 3 months ago

Tommy Robinson supporter weeps in court after being spared jail over ‘disgraceful violence’ at protest

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5 years, 3 months ago

Tommy Robinson announces support for Julian Assange after ‘talking to WikiLeaks founder in prison’

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5 years, 4 months ago

Tommy Robinson released from prison ‘looking a mess’

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5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court

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5 years, 6 months ago

British far-right activist Tommy Robinson jailed for nine months

Al Jazeera

Robinson jeopardised trial of a gang of alleged child abusers by posting video on Facebook, Britain’s High Court ruled. Tommy Robinson, a British far-right leader, has been sentenced to nine months in jail for contempt of court after broadcasting a video on Facebook that featured defendants in a criminal trial. The activist, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was found …

5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson declares being jailed would be a ‘win’ for his cause as he appeals for donations

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5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson caused Huddersfield grooming gang member to appeal conviction, court ruling reveals

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5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson supporters hurl beer cans at journalists as tensions flare over judge’s decision

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5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson case: EDL founder denies encouraging violence in contempt hearing as supporters heckle and jeer outside

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5 years, 8 months ago

Woman asks Tommy Robinson 'are you just spouting s****?' when he tries to recruit her on street in Salford

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5 years, 10 months ago

Tommy Robinson trial: Anti-Islam activist tells court police targeted him 'because of my beliefs'

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5 years, 10 months ago

Tommy Robinson: Police called after ranting anti-Islam activist bangs on door of historian who helped fund lawsuit against him

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5 years, 10 months ago

Tommy Robinson's wedding video, a Ukip 'w******' and a butchered 'Hallelujah' at EDL founder's documentary launch

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5 years, 11 months ago

How a lawsuit against Tommy Robinson could open up a new front in the battle against the far right

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6 years ago

Tommy Robinson supporter admits verbally abusing female journalist he said was ‘Muslim-backed’

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6 years, 1 month ago

Syrian refugee: Far right activist Tommy Robinson removes videos after legal threat

CNN

London CNN — Following a threat of legal action, British far-right activist Tommy Robinson has backed down from accusations he made against a Syrian schoolboy who was attacked in an incident shared widely on social media. Letter for Mr Tommy Robinson pic.twitter.com/Ef97uHpnT7 — Akunjee 🖋 November 29, 2018 In a letter uploaded to Twitter on Thursday, Akunjee described Robinson’s claims …

6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson's former employer will not face police action over filming inside Old Bailey

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6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson walks free after judge refers case to attorney general

The Independent

6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson court case – live updates: EDL founder's hearing over contempt delayed again

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6 years, 2 months ago

UK far-right leader Tommy Robinson leaves London court and is cheered by supporters

CNN

CNN — An allegation of contempt of court against the British anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson has been sent to the country’s attorney general, the Press Association reported. “I’ve kissed my kids goodbye three times.” He said that he hoped “the attorney general will kick this into the long grass.” The crowd shouted “Oh Tommy Robinson,” as he protested his innocence. …

6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson court case: Police mount major operation around Old Bailey amid fears of disorder at EDL founder's contempt hearing

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6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson could have caused Huddersfield grooming trials to collapse and child rapists go free

The Independent

6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson jailed after breaking contempt of court laws with Facebook Live video

The Independent

6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson: Judge to decide whether to jail EDL founder again for contempt of court next week

The Independent

6 years, 3 months ago

Tommy Robinson's former employer investigated by police over potential contempt of court at Old Bailey

The Independent

6 years, 3 months ago

Tommy Robinson case - as it happened: EDL founder walks free from Old Bailey as judge adjourns hearing

The Independent

6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson wins appeal - as it happened: Far-right leader walks free from prison on bail but could be jailed again

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6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson faces new contempt hearing after being released from prison

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6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson appeal: Police bracing for potential disorder as appeal judges decide whether to free far-right leader

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6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson protest: Police identify four people wanted in connection with London rally violence

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6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson protest: Police release pictures of nine people wanted after violence at London rally

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6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson march: Arizona congressman labelled a 'disgrace' after calling Muslim men 'scourge' in speech

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6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson lawyers appeal for far-right leader to be freed from prison because of 'procedural deficiencies'

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6 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson's imprisonment being used by far right to reorganise and create new 'racist street movement', MPs warn

The Independent

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