Tommy Robinson ‘arrested under anti-terror laws’ after film shown to thousands of protesters at Trafalgar Square rally
TOMMY Robinson has reportedly been arrested under counter-terrorism law” after screening a banned film to protesters.
Thousands of cops were deployed to central London yesterday thousands led by Robinson marched through packed streets.
The Metropolitan Police have said they weren’t aware of the arrest and claimed there is “no Met involvement”.
Robinson was warned that he could face prison after screening the banned film to thousands of his supporters at a rally in Trafalgar Square.
Yesterday, the far-right activist held a rally for his thousands of supporters in central London.
During the protest, a complaint was made after a film which breached a High Court order was shown.
Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, posted a one hour 45 minute on X, which he previously claimed he was too “scared” to post.
The far-right activist’s official X account posted: “EMERGENCY ADMIN POST – PLEASE SHARE FAR AND WIDE!!!!
“We can confirm that Tommy Robinson has been detained by Police using powers afforded to them under the Terrorism Act 2000.
“That’s right, you read that correctly, Tommy is being held by Police using counter-terrorism legislation.
“We will update you as and when we can.”
Yesterday, huge crowds chanting “Rule Britannia” made their way past tourist hotspots holding flags belonging to England, Wales and Scotland.
Thousands descended on London for the mass turnout organised by right-wing activist Robinson.
Swathes of officers kept a close eye on those taking part, amid safety concerns, as well as blocking off certain routes with riot vans.
But Robinson’s march saw clashes between demonstrators, counter-protesters and emergency workers.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that nine people involved or related to the protest had been arrested.
This included two men, who were arrested after an anti-racism protester was attacked as counter-demonstrators marched through London against the thousands-strong Robinson rally.
The victim received a head injury and was taken to hospital after the incident in Victoria Embankment Gardens yesterday afternoon.
Police say the pair – who are believed to have been part of the Tommy Robinson protest – had been taken into custody on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm (GBH).
Four people were also arrested outside a pub in Whitehall on suspicion of assault on emergency workers.
