Tommy Robinson due to be released from prison in days after sentence reduced
- Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson, will be released from prison within a week after his 18-month contempt of court sentence was reduced.
- Robinson was initially imprisoned in October for violating a 2021 injunction that prohibited him from making untrue claims about a Syrian refugee who had won a libel lawsuit against him.
- His sentence included a 14-month punitive part and a four-month coercive part, which the High Court removed after Robinson showed steps to comply by removing libellous material.
- Mr Justice Johnson noted Robinson had a “change in attitude” but lacked remorse, warning the defendant could face up to two years’ jail if he breaks the injunction again.
- Robinson’s release depends on completing the punitive element and prison confirmation, reflecting that compliance with the court order can shorten his custody period.
44 Articles
44 Articles
Jailed far-right activist ’Tommy Robinson’ to be released 26 May
British far-right activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon on Tuesday won a bid to trim his 18-month sentence for contempt of court, meaning he will be released from jail within a week. Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson, was jailed in October after he admitted breaching an injunction banning him from repeating false allegations against a Syrian refugee, who had successfully sued him for libel. Britain's solicitor general took legal action against Yax…
Tommy Robinson Set for Early Release.
PULSE POINTS: What Happened: Tommy Robinson’s 18-month prison sentence for contempt of court has been reduced by four months by the English High Court. Who’s Involved: Tommy Robinson, Justice Johnson, Jamal Hijazi, the Ministry of Justice, and Robinson’s legal team. Where & When: High Court ruling on Tuesday; Robinson is currently held at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) Woodhill, Milton Keynes. Key Quote: The Ministry of Justice stated Robinson “had …
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 39% of the sources lean Right
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage