British far-right activist Tommy Robinson is scheduled to stand trial on Monday over allegations that he harassed two MailOnline journalists and caused them to fear violence.
Robinson, whose legal name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, faces two counts of harassment causing fear of violence in connection with alleged incidents involving reporters Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber between August 5 and 7, 2024.
The 43-year-old has denied both charges. Proceedings are expected to continue for five days.
Robinson entered not guilty pleas during earlier court proceedings, including a hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on June 5, 2025.
At a subsequent hearing at Southwark Crown Court earlier this month, he spoke only to confirm his identity.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) confirmed that it had authorised the Metropolitan Police to bring the charges.
“The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against the defendant are active and that he has the right to a fair trial,” a CPS spokesperson said.
Prosecutors allege that Robinson threatened the two journalists through posts and direct messages on X, as well as during a telephone conversation.
According to the allegations, Robinson told Young during a phone call on August 5, 2024, that he intended to visit his home, allegedly stating:
“I’m coming to get you.”
On the same day, he allegedly sent Dirnhuber a direct message saying:
“I’ll be knocking at your door.”
The following day, Robinson is accused of publishing a post identifying Dirnhuber and accusing him of putting his family at risk.
“Got ya @Jdirnhuber this is Jacob, he likes to locate and endanger families,” the alleged post stated.
Another message reportedly declared:
“Jacob and the rest of the Daily Mail journalists who were involved in endangering my children have today been located.”
Robinson allegedly continued:
“I look forward to hearing on camera your justification for doxxing my children’s location. I got all three of you tagged and bagged in one day.”
Later on August 6, he is also accused of sending Dirnhuber another message stating:
“I’ll bring my questions to all your doors.”
The court will examine whether the alleged communications amounted to harassment that caused the journalists to fear violence.
Robinson is a former leader and co-founder of the English Defence League (EDL), a far-right, anti-Islam organisation that he led between 2009 and 2013.
He has previously been convicted of several offences, including assault, mortgage fraud, using a false passport, stalking, contempt of court and public order violations.
He has also served multiple prison sentences between 2005 and 2025.
If convicted of the current harassment charges, Robinson could face a maximum penalty of six months’ imprisonment or an unlimited fine for the offence.