Controversial activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has been detained by police under the Terrorism Act 2000, according to a post on his official Twitter account. The post, described as an “emergency admin post,” urgently calls for widespread sharing of the information.

The tweet stated: “EMERGENCY ADMIN POST – PLEASE SHARE FAR AND WIDE!!!! We can confirm that Tommy Robinson has been detained by Police using powers afforded to them under the Terrorism Act 2000. That’s right, you read that correctly, Tommy is being held by Police using counter-terrorism legislation.

Details surrounding the circumstances of Robinson’s detention remain unclear, and police have not yet released a statement regarding the reasons for or the specifics of the arrest. The use of the Terrorism Act to detain Robinson has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, ranging from support for Robinson to approval of police actions, reflecting his polarizing influence.

Robinson, a former leader of the English Defence League, has been a contentious figure in British public life, known for his outspoken views on Islam and immigration. His activities have frequently attracted legal and public scrutiny, leading to previous arrests and legal challenges.

This development comes amidst a climate of heightened tension regarding national security and counter-terrorism efforts in the UK. Legal experts and civil rights advocates are keenly observing the situation, noting the implications of using such significant legislation in this case.

As the community and Robinson’s supporters await further details, the focus now turns to the legal proceedings that will follow and the potential ramifications for Robinson and his activities.

A Spokesman for the Met Police said that it was not force policy to confirm or name person arrests before charge.