Summary
Tommy Robinson was found guilty of two counts of harassment causing fear of violence against Daily Mail journalists Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber. The case followed his response to articles about his 2024 holiday in Cyprus during riots in England; he was granted bail before sentencing on 16 December.Key Facts
- A jury at Southwark Crown Court convicted Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon.
- The charges concerned harassment of two Daily Mail journalists.
- The articles at issue appeared in August 2024 and showed Robinson on holiday in Cyprus while riots took place in England following the Southport murders.
- The court heard that the journalists used security or left home because of Robinson’s conduct.
- Robinson denied the charges and said he had panicked and feared for his family after an article identified their hotel area.
- The Crown Prosecution Service said Robinson used social media in a campaign that caused the journalists serious fear of violence.
- Robinson was granted bail, with sentencing scheduled for 16 December.
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