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Tommy Robinson faces harassment trial over reporter intimidation

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Tommy Robinson, the far-right activist whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has appeared in court for the start of a harassment trial. Prosecutors say he shared photographs of a journalist's family and used what was described as 'bully-boy tactics' to frighten reporters, allegedly following a holiday in Cyprus. The case is being widely covered by UK media, with Robinson's arrival at court drawing attention.

Why now: The start of Robinson's harassment trial is generating heavy news coverage in the UK.

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Evidence

• Tommy Robinson shared photos of reporter's family, court told · BBC
• Tommy Robinson used ‘bully-boy tactics’ to frighten journalists after Cyprus holiday, court told · The Independent
• Tommy Robinson arrives at court ahead of harassment trial · ITVX
• Tommy Robinson used ‘bully-boy tactics’ to frighten journalists, court told · EDP24
• Tommy Robinson arrives at court · ITN

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