A new contempt of court application has been lodged against Tommy Robinson over alleged breaches of a High Court order from 2021, according to the Attorney General’s Office. Law officers claim that Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, violated an injunction preventing him from repeating defamatory allegations through six actions between June and July this year. The order was issued after he lost a legal battle against a Syrian refugee who sued him for libel. Robinson received the latest contempt application last Wednesday, served on his X account, following its submission on August 19. This application follows a previous contempt case involving other alleged breaches of the order. In a London court hearing last month, it was disclosed that Robinson had left the country. A hearing for both applications is scheduled for October 28.
This development is the latest in a series of legal issues faced by the 41-year-old, who has previously been imprisoned for breaching contempt of court laws. Robinson, also recognised for organising protests, including one at Trafalgar Square in London, has attracted a considerable following for his views on various societal issues. The contempt of court allegations against him stem from his actions following a libel case defeat against a Syrian refugee. Solicitor General Sarah Sackman is reported to be representing the Attorney General in these proceedings.
Robinson’s legal troubles have garnered significant attention from both supporters and critics alike. His activities and speeches have often sparked controversy and debate across the political spectrum. The upcoming court hearing on October 28 will likely attract considerable interest and scrutiny, given the polarising nature of Robinson’s public persona and the implications of the contempt charges against him.
As the legal proceedings unfold, observers will be eagerly watching to see how this latest chapter in Robinson’s legal saga plays out and what impact it may have on his future activities and public image.