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

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Far-right protesters are rallying around the imprisonment of Tommy Robinson to develop a new “racist street movement” with international support, MPs and campaigners have warned. The shadow home secretary, Diane Abbott, is among signatories on an open letter calling on people to join counter-protests against a planned “Free Tommy” demonstration by the criminal’s supporters in London next month. Tommy Robinson supporter gives Nazi salute in Whitehall It called on supporters to join protests against Donald Trump’s visit to Britain on 13 July, accusing the US president of “galvanising the racist right”, and again the following day to oppose the “Free Tommy” protest. I have so many plans on what I want to do when I get out.” Citing support from Dutch opposition leader Geert Wilders and the US president’s son, Donald Trump Jr, the letter continued: “I’d have done six months just for that recognition.” It claimed that Robinson was lodging an appeal against both his conviction for contempt of court and 13-month sentence, but his lawyer would not confirm proceedings had been launched when contacted by The Independent.

History of this topic

Elon Musk Demands Tommy Robinson To Be Freed: Here's All You Need To Know About The Far-Right Activist
1 week, 6 days ago
Thousands Rally in London to Support Far-Right Figure Tommy Robinson
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Four people arrested during pro-Tommy Robinson and anti-racism marches
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
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Tommy Robinson could be arrested before flagship demo as police prepare for disorder
2 months, 3 weeks ago
How Tommy Robinson gave away he was hiding at luxury Cyprus hotel while stoking UK riots
5 months, 1 week ago
Tommy Robinson stokes far-right riots on social media from outside UK
5 months, 1 week ago
Tommy Robinson ‘arrested under anti-terror laws’ following film complaint
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Flag-waving Tommy Robinson protesters chant 'release Tommy now' outside Downing Street after 'arrest under anti-terror laws'
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Met Police say they have NOT arrested Tommy Robinson after supporters claimed he was detained under anti-terror laws
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Nine arrests at Tommy Robinson demonstration after thousands march in London
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Around 1,000 police deployed amid Tommy Robinson protest and counter-march
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Tommy Robinson claims he was arrested in Canada on suspicion of immigration offences after giving speech - as video shows far-Right activist 'being led away in handcuffs'
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Tommy Robinson cleared of refusing to leave antisemitism march over Met Police error
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Tommy Robinson is arrested and escorted by more than a dozen police from Campaign Against Antisemitism march after he was told to stay away by organisers - as thousands gather in central London waving
1 year, 1 month ago
Counter-protesters arrested during pro-Palestinian demonstration
1 year, 2 months ago
Tommy Robinson handed five-year stalking ban after turning up at Independent journalist’s home
3 years, 3 months ago
Jewish groups condemn Tommy Robinson after he attends pro-Israel march
3 years, 7 months ago
Tommy Robinson ‘misused’ donations from far-right supporters, claim former allies
3 years, 9 months ago
Tommy Robinson has been released – and here’s the powerful international far-right network that’s behind him
4 years, 11 months ago
Tommy Robinson appears in High Court over ‘very serious allegations’ about Syrian child bullied in viral video
5 years, 1 month ago
Tommy Robinson released from prison ‘looking a mess’
5 years, 4 months ago
Tommy Robinson declares being jailed would be a ‘win’ for his cause as he appeals for donations
5 years, 6 months ago
Tommy Robinson: EDL founder begs Trump to grant him political asylum in US
5 years, 6 months ago
Tommy Robinson case: EDL founder denies encouraging violence in contempt hearing as supporters heckle and jeer outside
5 years, 6 months ago
Tommy Robinson 'warned he could be breaking electoral law' at European elections campaign launch
5 years, 8 months ago
Tommy Robinson trial: Anti-Islam activist tells court police targeted him 'because of my beliefs'
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
5 years, 10 months ago
How a lawsuit against Tommy Robinson could open up a new front in the battle against the far right
5 years, 11 months ago
Tommy Robinson appointed Ukip adviser on rape gangs and prison reform
6 years, 1 month ago
Tommy Robinson walks free after judge refers case to attorney general
6 years, 2 months ago
UK far-right leader Tommy Robinson leaves London court and is cheered by supporters
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
6 years, 2 months ago
Tommy Robinson supporters hurl abuse at woman then rip away placard listing his previous crimes
6 years, 3 months ago
Tommy Robinson case - as it happened: EDL founder walks free from Old Bailey as judge adjourns hearing
6 years, 3 months ago
Tommy Robinson is richer and has more international support after two-month imprisonment, research shows
6 years, 5 months ago
Tommy Robinson appeal: Police bracing for potential disorder as appeal judges decide whether to free far-right leader
6 years, 5 months ago
Tommy Robinson protest: Police identify four people wanted in connection with London rally violence
6 years, 5 months ago
Tommy Robinson: Jailed UK far-right activist has some big-name US supporters
6 years, 5 months ago
Tommy Robinson protest: Police release pictures of nine people wanted after violence at London rally
6 years, 5 months ago
Tommy Robinson lawyers appeal for far-right leader to be freed from prison because of 'procedural deficiencies'
6 years, 5 months ago
Tommy Robinson march: Protesters blockade bus driven by woman in headscarf
6 years, 6 months ago
Trump ambassador 'lobbied Britain on behalf of jailed right-wing activist Tommy Robinson'
6 years, 6 months ago

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