Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has admitted contempt of court after he repeated false allegations against a Syrian refugee in breach of an injunction.
The 41-year-old, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, admitted at Woolwich Crown Court to breaching an injunction made after he was successfully sued for libel.
Those who commit contempt of court can be jailed for up to two years, fined, or both.
A 2021 High Court order had barred him from repeating libellous allegations against a Syrian refugee who had sued him.
The Solicitor General issued two contempt claims against Robinson earlier this year, claiming he “knowingly” breached the order on multiple occasions.
Robinson appeared in the dock today after being remanded in custody on Friday, wearing a grey suit and waistcoat with no tie.
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People outside Woolwich Crown Court as Tommy Robinson admits contempt of court.
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At the start of a hearing, Aidan Eardley KC, for the Solicitor General, said a “resolution” had been reached over the allegations, and read them out to the court.
When asked by Mr Justice Johnson whether he accepted he had committed the breaches, Robinson nodded and then replied “yes”.
The hearing continues.
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