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UK far-right activist released on bail by appeals court

1 August 2018, 3:30 pm
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LONDON — A British court orders prominent far-right activist Tommy Robinson to be released on bail while he appeals a finding of contempt of court.

Robinson had been sentenced to 13 months after live-streaming outside a criminal trial in violation of reporting restrictions. Court of Appeal Judge Ian Burnett quashes the ruling Wednesday and orders a fresh hearing of the allegation.

Robinson, 35, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is the founder of the now-defunct English Defence League. He is a self-styled journalist and commentator who issues a steady stream of anti-Muslim statements online.

Supporters break into a round of applause as Burnett announces his decision. Robinson was not present for the hearing.

— AP

Supporters of jailed English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson celebrate outside the Royal Courts of Justice in London on August 1, 2018, after a Court of Appeals judge announced ordered him freed pending a new hearing. (AFP Photo/Daniel Leal-Olivas

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