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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson jailed for 18 months for contempt after repeating libellous claims against Syrian refugee
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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

Four people arrested during pro-Tommy Robinson and anti-racism marches
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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Tommy Robinson could be arrested before flagship demo as police prepare for disorder
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson could be arrested before flagship demo as police prepare for disorder

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Tommy Robinson could face jail as new contempt of court claim lodged
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson could face jail as new contempt of court claim lodged

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Tommy Robinson stokes far-right riots on social media from outside UK
5 months, 1 week ago

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

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Tommy Robinson ‘leaves UK’ amid contempt of court case as arrest warrant issued
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson ‘leaves UK’ amid contempt of court case as arrest warrant issued

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Tommy Robinson ‘arrested under anti-terror laws’ following film complaint
5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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Met Police say they have NOT arrested Tommy Robinson after supporters claimed he was detained 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

Daily Mail  

The Metropolitan Police have denied arresting Tommy Robinson after his supporters claimed he had been taken into custody under counter-terrorism laws. Pictured: Tommy Robinson at a rally in Trafalgar Square on Saturday A post on Tommy Robinson's X account claimed the former English Defence League leader had been detained under anti-terrorism laws A steward wearing an orange high-vis jacket with …

Tommy Robinson facing new contempt of court case after 'breaching injunction in a libel case he lost against a Syrian refugee'
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson facing new contempt of court case after 'breaching injunction in a libel case he lost against a Syrian refugee'

Daily Mail  

Tommy Robinson is facing a fresh contempt of court case after allegedly breaching an injunction in a libel case he lost. The Attorney General's office confirmed it has lodged papers with the court concerning the civil contempt case, which could see Robinson face up to two years in jail. Robinson is pictured during a protest in London in 2024 Tommy …

Tommy Robinson cleared of refusing to leave antisemitism march over Met Police error
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson cleared of refusing to leave antisemitism march over Met Police error

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson ‘misused’ donations from far-right supporters, claim former allies
3 years, 9 months ago

Tommy Robinson ‘misused’ donations from far-right supporters, claim former allies

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Tommy Robinson appears in High Court over ‘very serious allegations’ about Syrian child bullied in viral video
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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Tommy Robinson announces support for Julian Assange after ‘talking to WikiLeaks founder in prison’
5 years, 3 months ago

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

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Tommy Robinson released from prison ‘looking a mess’
5 years, 4 months ago

Tommy Robinson released from prison ‘looking a mess’

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Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court
5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court

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British far-right activist Tommy Robinson jailed for nine months
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 …

Tommy Robinson declares being jailed would be a ‘win’ for his cause as he appeals for donations
5 years, 6 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson: EDL founder begs Trump to grant him political asylum in US
5 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson: EDL founder begs Trump to grant him political asylum in US

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Tommy Robinson supporters hurl beer cans at journalists as tensions flare over judge’s decision
5 years, 6 months ago

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

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Tommy Robinson case: EDL founder denies encouraging violence in contempt hearing as supporters heckle and jeer outside
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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Tory councillor suspended for retweeting pro-Tommy Robinson post readmitted to party just 13 days later
5 years, 9 months ago

Tory councillor suspended for retweeting pro-Tommy Robinson post readmitted to party just 13 days later

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson trial: Anti-Islam activist tells court police targeted him 'because of my beliefs'
5 years, 10 months ago

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

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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

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

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Tommy Robinson served with legal letter over 'defamation' of attacked Syrian refugee
5 years, 10 months ago

Tommy Robinson served with legal letter over 'defamation' of attacked Syrian refugee

The Independent  

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How a lawsuit against Tommy Robinson could open up a new front in the battle against the far right
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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Tommy Robinson supporter admits verbally abusing female journalist he said was ‘Muslim-backed’
6 years ago

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

The Independent  

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

Tommy Robinson appointed as UKIP adviser
6 years, 1 month ago

Tommy Robinson appointed as UKIP adviser

CNN  

London CNN — The rightwing UK Independence Party has appointed the anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson as an adviser, in a move that signals a further shift to the right. Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, will advise UKIP leader Gerard Batten on rape gangs and prison reform, the party announced. Former EDL leader Tommy Robinson is escorted by police …

Tommy Robinson invited to address US Congress members in Washington by Republican supporters
6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson invited to address US Congress members in Washington by Republican supporters

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Tommy Robinson walks free after judge refers case to attorney general
6 years, 2 months ago

Tommy Robinson walks free after judge refers case to attorney general

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson court case – live updates: EDL founder's hearing over contempt delayed again
6 years, 2 months ago

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

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

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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson: Judge to decide whether to jail EDL founder again for contempt of court next week
6 years, 2 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson supporters hurl abuse at woman then rip away placard listing his previous crimes
6 years, 3 months ago

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

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Tommy Robinson case - as it happened: EDL founder walks free from Old Bailey as judge adjourns hearing
6 years, 3 months ago

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

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Tommy Robinson is richer and has more international support after two-month imprisonment, research shows
6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson is richer and has more international support after two-month imprisonment, research shows

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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson faces new contempt hearing after being released from prison
6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson faces new contempt hearing after being released from prison

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Tommy Robinson protest: Police identify four people wanted in connection with London rally violence
6 years, 5 months ago

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

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Tommy Robinson: Jailed UK far-right activist has some big-name US supporters
6 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson: Jailed UK far-right activist has some big-name US supporters

CNN  

London CNN — Until he was jailed for breaking the strict rules that govern the reporting of British court cases earlier this year, Tommy Robinson was among the most marginal of British political figures, little known outside the far-right circles in which he has moved for the past 10 years or so. CNN has confirmed that, in June, a US …

Tommy Robinson lawyers appeal for far-right leader to be freed from prison because of 'procedural deficiencies'
6 years, 5 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon claims Tommy Robinson is 'the backbone of Britain'
6 years, 5 months ago

Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon claims Tommy Robinson is 'the backbone of Britain'

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Trump ambassador raised Tommy Robinson case with UK government after Breitbart lobbying, sources reveal
6 years, 5 months ago

Trump ambassador raised Tommy Robinson case with UK government after Breitbart lobbying, sources reveal

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson march: Protesters blockade bus driven by woman in headscarf
6 years, 6 months ago

Tommy Robinson march: Protesters blockade bus driven by woman in headscarf

The Independent  

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Trump ambassador 'lobbied Britain on behalf of jailed right-wing activist Tommy Robinson'
6 years, 6 months ago

Trump ambassador 'lobbied Britain on behalf of jailed right-wing activist Tommy Robinson'

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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

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