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£29.99In a recent development, Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, had his attempt to challenge his segregated jail conditions thrown out by the High Court. Robinson argued that his segregation at HMP Woodhill was causing detrimental effects on his mental health and violating his human rights. However, Mr Justice Chamberlain dismissed his claims, stating there was no evidence that the state was attempting to harm him, but rather that he was being segregated for his own safety due to threats from other inmates.
Robinson was initially jailed for 18 months in October after admitting to breaching a court order regarding false statements made about a Syrian refugee, leading to his placement in HMP Belmarsh, where he received numerous racist emails and threats, prompting his transfer. Despite being segregated at Woodhill, Robinson refuses to move to a vulnerable inmates unit, citing his reluctance to associate with sex offenders. His lawyer disclosed his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, suggesting a potential return to substance abuse upon release.
Legal representatives for the justice secretary clarified that Robinson’s segregation was a precautionary measure to ensure his safety, as he had received threats from fellow inmates. The court highlighted that Robinson had ample daily contact with staff, access to amenities like the gym and showers, and regular communication with officers, healthcare personnel, and the chaplaincy. Furthermore, concerns regarding limited contact with friends and family were debunked, as Robinson had received extensive visiting hours and cancellations were attributed to suspected social media campaigns.
Despite the court’s ruling in favor of Robinson’s segregation, unrelated legal proceedings have been postponed as a result of his High Court case. Additionally, he faces accusations of breaching a stalking prevention order, indicating a complex legal landscape ahead for the controversial activist
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