Tommy Robinson detained by police at Heathrow airport under counter-terrorism laws

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Tommy Robinson said he was held by police at London Heathrow Airport yesterday under counter-terrorism legislation.The 43-year-old, whose legal name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, had his iPhone and Samsung Galaxy devices confiscated under Section 3 of the Counter-Terrorism Border Security Act 2019, according to The Guardian.Mr Robinson took to social media following the incident, stating he had been detained for close to three hours and appealing to supporters for donations towards his legal costs.The legislation permits officers stationed at ports to stop, search, question and hold individuals they suspect may be travelling with the intention of planning or executing hostile activities.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The detention came after a week during which Mr Robinson's profile on social media platforms grew significantly.A spokesman for Mr Robinson responded to the detention with a post on X, stating: "They likely want to see who he is talking to, and maybe find out who his...

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