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Tommy Robinson Sentenced to 18 Months for Contempt of Court

Far-right activist Tommy Robinson receives 18-month prison sentence for contempt of court due to breaches involving false claims against a Syrian refugee.

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Updated: Oct 28th, 2024, 8:06 PM ET

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Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was sentenced to 18 months in prison after admitting to multiple breaches of a High Court injunction concerning false allegations against Syrian refugee Jamal Hijazi. A judge highlighted the intentional nature of Robinson's actions, indicating he showed no remorse and considered himself above the law. The court allowed a reduction of his sentence if he removes the false claims from his social media. This ruling follows a history of legal troubles for Robinson, who remains a polarizing figure in British politics.

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