Telford, Shropshire, UK. 7th May 2022. Approximately 400 protesters take part in a demonstration in Telford with EDL founder Tommy Robinson
Telford, Shropshire, UK. 7th May 2022. Approximately 400 protesters take part in a demonstration in Telford with English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson in attendance. Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, screened a documentary in the Shropshire town which included interviews muslim rape victims and attempts to confront alleged rape perpetrators. Organisers say the event is taking place to "stand with survivors of grooming gangs,". The police invoked powers in the Public Order Act 1986 based on the force's view that there is a risk of "serious public disorder, damage to property, disruption to life of the community or intimidation." A heavy police presence was in place as supporters of Mr Robinson arrived at Telford Central rail station from around noon, with several more arriving later. They gathered at the Beefeater pub on Euston Way near to the station before marching over the A442 and through the town centre. A counter protest also took place organised by the Telford and Shropshire Stand Up To Racism group. Supporters included UNISON Telford, Wolverhampton and Bilston Trades Union Council, Walsall Trades Union Council, BLM Shrewsbury and LGBT+ against Islamophobia.
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