In an unprecedented move, live facial recognition technology will be deployed during Saturday’s highly anticipated protest organised by supporters of far-right figure Tommy Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon. The decision to use this technology, alongside heightened police presence, comes amid rising concerns over hate speech and public safety. The rally, which follows a massive turnout of over 100,000 participants in a similar event last year, has sparked fierce criticism from political leaders and community figures alike.
Foreign Activists Barred Ahead of Rally
In a bid to curb potential unrest, eleven foreign far-right activists have been denied entry into the UK before the rally. This includes notable figures such as Valentina Gomez, an anti-Islam influencer based in the US, and Dominik Tarczyński, a Polish politician. Labour leader Keir Starmer condemned Robinson’s activities, labelling them as “peddling hatred and division.” Starmer, who met with senior police officials to discuss the security measures for the event, stated, “We will block those coming into the UK who seek to incite hatred and
