Tommy Robinson

Activist

Tommy Robinson

Activist

Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Christopher Yaxley-Lennon, is a British political activist and commentator. He is known for his controversial views on immigration, Islam, and multiculturalism in the UK. Robinson has been a polarizing figure in British politics and society, with supporters praising him as a champion of free speech and critics accusing him of spreading hatred and promoting Islamophobia.

EDL Protest Turns Violent in East London: Clashes Erupt Despite Ban on Marches

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Scuffles break out at EDL protest in east London - BBC News channel4.com
EDL and anti-fascists charge police lines at London protest news.sky.com
Sixty arrests at EDL protest | Scoop News | Sky News standard.co.uk
Sixteen arrested at EDL protest - London Evening Standard eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
Police confirm 300 arrests made at EDL and anti-fascist protests in ...
  • Saturday, 03 September 2011

Scuffles broke out at an EDL (English Defence League) protest in east London despite a ban on marches. Police clashed with activists who threw missiles and 16 people were arrested for various offenses, including assaulting a police officer. The EDL founder, Stephen Lennon, attended the protest, which had around 1,000 supporters, and was later led to Tower Bridge by police to disperse.

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