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

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. open image in gallery A man looks through a window as rioters attack a hotel housing migrants in Rotherham “There is no doubt that Tommy Robinson’s social media is playing a really important role in these far-right demos,” a spokesperson for Hope Not Hate told The Independent. “After Monday’s horrific attack, Tommy Robinson was regularly tweeting calling Islam a mental health issue, sharing videos of disorder and encouraging to join future demonstrations. People need to rise up.’ “We know that he was influential in Tuesday’s disturbance in Southport, rioters were chanting Tommy Robinson’s name and “Who the f*** is Allah?” - these are chants regularly heard at far-right demonstrations.” Rioting has taken place around the UK in the wake of the killing of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club in Southport, Merseyside, on Monday. Axel Muganwa Rudakubana, 17, from Lancashire, is accused carrying out the attack, but false claims spread online that the suspect was an asylum seeker of Muslim faith who had arrived in the UK by small boat in 2023. open image in gallery Robinson has been linked to widespread rioting around the UK in the wake of the killing of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club in Southport, Merseyside, on Monday.

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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

Elon Musk Demands Tommy Robinson To Be Freed: Here's All You Need To Know About The Far-Right Activist

ABP News  

Elon Musk has made waves on social media by pinning a tweet on his X account that simply states, “Free Tommy Robinson,” tagging the controversial far-right figure in his post. This false narrative led to violent riots across the country, with demonstrators chanting Robinson's name as tensions between far-right groups and anti-racism activists escalated. Support Rally For Robinson In October, …

Southport: Threat of far-right riots underestimated by police despite precursor events, inspector warns
4 weeks ago

Southport: Threat of far-right riots underestimated by police despite precursor events, inspector warns

The Independent  

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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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson: From apprentice aircraft engineer to right-wing anti-migration activist
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson: From apprentice aircraft engineer to right-wing anti-migration activist

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Posts mentioning Tommy Robinson up 1,348% since rally and Southport stabbing
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Posts mentioning Tommy Robinson up 1,348% since rally and Southport stabbing

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Sadiq Khan says he does not feel safe as a Muslim following far-right riots
5 months ago

Sadiq Khan says he does not feel safe as a Muslim following far-right riots

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Tommy Robinson moans luxury Cyprus holiday ruined after stoking riots from abroad
5 months ago

Tommy Robinson moans luxury Cyprus holiday ruined after stoking riots from abroad

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UK riots: Why did the far-right not turn up last night?
5 months, 1 week ago

UK riots: Why did the far-right not turn up last night?

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Tommy Robinson merchandise sold on Amazon as far-right riots erupt across UK
5 months, 1 week ago

Tommy Robinson merchandise sold on Amazon as far-right riots erupt across UK

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How Tommy Robinson gave away he was hiding at luxury Cyprus hotel while stoking UK riots
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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Inside Tommy Robinson’s £400-a-night Cyprus getaway during far-right riots across UK
5 months, 1 week ago

Inside Tommy Robinson’s £400-a-night Cyprus getaway during far-right riots across UK

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UK riots: Why are far-right groups attacking immigrants and Muslims?
5 months, 1 week ago

UK riots: Why are far-right groups attacking immigrants and Muslims?

Al Jazeera  

Police arrest hundreds as chaos fuelled by hate and misinformation grips the United Kingdom in the aftermath of a tragic stabbing attack. Rosa Freedman, a professor at the University of Reading, told Al Jazeera that the riots were a result of the former Conservative government’s complicity with such “racist” far-right groups. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper stated in a recent interview …

Far-right violence rocks towns in UK
5 months, 1 week ago

Far-right violence rocks towns in UK

China Daily  

Police officers stand opposite to demonstrators during an anti-immigration protest, in Rotherham, Britain on Aug 4. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said the trouble is "clearly driven by far-right hatred". "Let me also say to large social media companies, and those who run them, violent disorder clearly whipped up online: that is also a crime. Joe Mulhall, from anti-fascism …

UK sees worst riots in 13 years, fueled by ’false rumours’; over 100 arrested: What happening in England?
5 months, 1 week ago

UK sees worst riots in 13 years, fueled by ’false rumours’; over 100 arrested: What happening in England?

Live Mint  

England is witnessing its worst rioting in 13 years after disturbances linked to child murders and involving far-riot agitators flared across the country on Sunday. "We're now seeing it flooding across major cities and towns," said Tiffany Lynch of the Police Federation of England and Wales. Police blamed disinformation for driving the "appalling violence" and added that "often posts are …

Tory PCC puts deleted statement on far-right riots which drew support from Tommy Robinson back on her website
5 months, 1 week ago

Tory PCC puts deleted statement on far-right riots which drew support from Tommy Robinson back on her website

The Independent  

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Explained: How UK’s long-running Islamophobia problem led to far-right riots
5 months, 1 week ago

Explained: How UK’s long-running Islamophobia problem led to far-right riots

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Elon Musk engages with Tommy Robinson as social media warned over misinformation
5 months, 1 week ago

Elon Musk engages with Tommy Robinson as social media warned over misinformation

The Independent  

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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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Flag-waving Tommy Robinson protesters chant 'release Tommy now' outside Downing Street after 'arrest under anti-terror laws'
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Flag-waving Tommy Robinson protesters chant 'release Tommy now' outside Downing Street after 'arrest under anti-terror laws'

Daily Mail  

Flag-waving demonstrators have gathered outside Downing Street after Tommy Robinson was 'arrested under anti-terror laws'. Tommy Robinson supporters gather outside Downing Street waving England and Union Jack flags Protesters outside Downing Street in London protesting the reported arrest of Tommy Robinson Protesters have been seen outside Downing Street chanting 'release Tommy now' and 'we want Tommy out' A post on …

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 …

Around 1,000 police deployed amid Tommy Robinson protest and counter-march
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Around 1,000 police deployed amid Tommy Robinson protest and counter-march

The Independent  

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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 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'

Daily Mail  

Tommy Robinson has claimed he was arrested in Canada last night over an 'outstanding immigration warrant' after speaking at an event. A file photograph of Tommy Robinson speaking at Parliament Square in London on June 1 The English Defence League founder later tweeted: 'OK I'm free, well sort of. Robinson had been speaking at an event called 'An Evening with …

PM condemns ‘wholly unacceptable’ violence of far-right and ‘Hamas sympathisers’
1 year, 2 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson handed five-year stalking ban after turning up at Independent journalist’s home
3 years, 3 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson loses libel case brought by Syrian schoolboy
3 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson loses libel case brought by Syrian schoolboy

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Jewish groups condemn Tommy Robinson after he attends pro-Israel march
3 years, 7 months ago

Jewish groups condemn Tommy Robinson after he attends pro-Israel march

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Tommy Robinson is moving to Spain – but he’s no persecuted hero on the run
4 years, 5 months ago

Tommy Robinson is moving to Spain – but he’s no persecuted hero on the run

The Independent  

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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 has been released – and here’s the powerful international far-right network that’s behind him

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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

The Independent  

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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’

The Independent  

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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’

The Independent  

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Far-right protests ‘attracting biggest numbers since 1930s’ in UK amid Brexit anger, report warns
5 years, 5 months ago

Far-right protests ‘attracting biggest numbers since 1930s’ in UK amid Brexit anger, report warns

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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: Police investigate street brawl in which protester 'had nose broken' after milkshake attack
5 years, 8 months ago

Tommy Robinson: Police investigate street brawl in which protester 'had nose broken' after milkshake attack

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson's MEP campaign will be an utter failure – but I know first-hand where his real danger lies
5 years, 8 months ago

Tommy Robinson's MEP campaign will be an utter failure – but I know first-hand where his real danger lies

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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'

The Independent  

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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

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson permanently banned by Facebook and Instagram
5 years, 10 months ago

Tommy Robinson permanently banned by Facebook and Instagram

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson banned by Facebook
5 years, 10 months ago

Tommy Robinson banned by Facebook

CNN  

London CNN Business — Facebook and Instagram are banning British far-right activist Tommy Robinson for posting hate speech. “Tommy Robinson’s Facebook Page has repeatedly broken these standards, posting material that uses dehumanizing language and calls for violence targeted at Muslims,” Facebook said. Facebook said Robinson had violated its policies with posts calling Muslims “filthy scum bags” and calling on people …

Rape charity hotline bombarded with ‘racist abuse’ from Tommy Robinson supporters
5 years, 10 months ago

Rape charity hotline bombarded with ‘racist abuse’ from Tommy Robinson supporters

The Independent  

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Tommy Robinson boasts about scoring drugs and proclaims himself 'king of whole Islam race', in newly emerged video
5 years, 11 months ago

Tommy Robinson boasts about scoring drugs and proclaims himself 'king of whole Islam race', in newly emerged video

The Independent  

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Syrian refugee attack: Boy's family crowdfunding to sue Tommy Robinson and Facebook over 'defamation'
5 years, 11 months ago

Syrian refugee attack: Boy's family crowdfunding to sue Tommy Robinson and Facebook over 'defamation'

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Amid prominent media coverage, Mr Robinson posted a series of videos on his Facebook …

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’

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Brexit Betrayal Rally: What is the anti-EU protest backed by Ukip and Tommy Robinson?
6 years, 1 month ago

Brexit Betrayal Rally: What is the anti-EU protest backed by Ukip and Tommy Robinson?

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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 …

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. …

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