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Protesters rally outside Oxford Union against Tommy Robinson debate
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe debating society sparked controversy when it announced it would be hosting the debate (Reuters/Toby Shepheard)Over a hundred protesters gathered in Oxford to oppose a controversial Oxford Union debate featuring far-right activist Tommy Robinson. The debate, titled The West Is Right To Be Suspicious Of Islam, also included former actor Laurence Fox, sparking widespread criticism. Demonstrators chanted slogans and significantly outnumbered a small group of counter-protesters supporting Robinson, with police separating the two factions. The event led to road closures on St Michael Street and some local shops and pubs closing early, with Thames Valley Police ensuring safety and facilitating peaceful protest. The debate had previously been delayed due to significant outcry, particularly from faith leaders who expressed being “disturbed and saddened” by Robinson's invitation. In fullMore than 100 protesters gather at Tommy Robinson and Laurence Fox Oxford Union eventThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
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Au Royaume-Uni, des centaines de manifestants contre le militant d’extrême droite Tommy Robinson - Le Temps
Alors que Tommy Robinson, figure de proue de l'extrême droite britannique, est venu s'exprimer au cercle de débat Oxford Union mercredi, des centaines de manifestants ont tenu à…
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dailymail.com
Protesters try to block people seeing Tommy Robinson at Oxford Union
Police have placed a cordon to separate hard-right supporters and far-left campaigners from clashing outside the Oxford Union ahead of a debate featuring Tommy Robinson.
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independent.co.uk
More than 100 protesters gather at Tommy Robinson and Laurence Fox Oxford Union event
The debating society sparked controversy when it announced it would be hosting a debate featuring the far-right activist
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Protesters rally outside Oxford Union against Tommy Robinson debate
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africanews.com
UK: Tommy Robinson’s Oxford Union debate sparks protests and free speech backlash | Africanews
Tommy Robinson’s appearance at the Oxford Union prompts large protests and reignites the UK debate over free expression and platforms for extremists.
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middleeasteye.net
Inside the Oxford Union debate where Tommy Robinson lost to a Palestinian student from Gaza
The far-right leader was defeated in a fiery debate on Islam as hundreds of protestors surrounded the prestigious institution's building
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mirror.co.uk
Tommy Robinson told he has 'no right to be here' as he's shamed at Oxford debate
The far-right agitator, fresh from stirring up trouble in Southampton and Belfast, was roundly rejected by members of the public as he attended an Oxford Union debate
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Tommy Robinson speaks to half-empty hall as protesters block Oxford Union debate
Pubs were forced to close early or limit alcohol sales as police warned of possible disorder
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Protesters clash outside Oxford Union ahead of Tommy Robinson debate
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