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Far-right figure Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, was recently asked to leave a restaurant in London after causing discomfort among guests and staff. The incident occurred at Hawksmoor steakhouse near Piccadilly Circus, where the 42-year-old and four others were requested to depart. Yaxley-Lennon has alleged that the restaurant’s actions were discriminatory against him based on his political beliefs.
The establishment, without directly mentioning Yaxley-Lennon, stated that the group left in a polite manner and clarified that their decision was not motivated by politics or beliefs. Hawksmoor has not provided further comments on the situation. A video shared online by a member of Yaxley-Lennon’s party captured a staff member explaining that they felt uncomfortable serving the group and were acting out of a “duty of care.” The staff member also apologized for any inconvenience and opted to waive the bill for their drinks.
Following the incident, Yaxley-Lennon took to social media to express his views on the matter, stating that businesses should not involve themselves in politics. The situation escalated when Tripadvisor temporarily suspended reviews for certain Hawksmoor locations due to a surge in non-first-hand experiences being shared. Yaxley-Lennon had encouraged a boycott of the restaurant and urged his supporters to leave negative reviews. Hawksmoor operates multiple restaurants in London, as well as branches in Liverpool, Edinburgh, Manchester, and overseas.
In response to the incident, Hawksmoor released a statement emphasizing their commitment to welcoming guests regardless of their background or beliefs. The restaurant acknowledged the fallout from the situation, stating that some aspects of it were concerning. Additionally, Yaxley-Lennon’s recent legal troubles were highlighted, including his not guilty plea to charges of harassing journalists from the Daily Mail. Yaxley-Lennon is known for founding the far-right English Defence League, which has been vocal against what it perceives as “radical Islam,” a movement he distanced himself from in 2013
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