Supporters of Tommy Robinson have raised fresh concerns over his treatment at HMP Woodhill, claiming that his daily prison regime has been withdrawn following the arrival of high-risk prisoners from HMP Frankland.
Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is currently held as a civil prisoner and has been engaged in legal action regarding his prison conditions. Now, his representatives allege that he is being denied access to routine privileges due to security measures linked to the relocation of inmates allegedly associated with extremist networks.
Separation Centre Now Occupied by High-Risk Inmates
According to a statement posted on Robinson’s official social media channel, a number of inmates described as members of a “jihadist gang” from HMP Frankland—the same facility where Hashem Abedi, brother of the Manchester Arena bomber, reportedly assaulted staff—have been transferred to the separation centre at HMP Woodhill.
Supporters claim that the transfer has led to the suspension of Robinson’s prison regime, which previously included access to exercise, phone calls, work duties, and visitation opportunities.
“Now that some of these prisoners from the HMP Frankland jihad gang have been moved into the separation centre, Tommy doesn’t get a regime,” the statement said.
Legal Dispute Over Prison Conditions
This development comes amid an ongoing legal case involving Robinson and the prison service. Governor Nicola Marfleet previously testified in court that Robinson had access to a daily regime, including several hours out of his cell, social visits, work assignments, and communication with family.
However, Robinson’s team disputes this, alleging he is now being kept in isolation, denied phone calls, and assigned to cleaning work rather than the painting and decorating tasks previously described. The post also criticised the governor for allegedly presenting a misleading portrayal of Robinson’s conditions, likening it to “a chalet at Butlins”.
No Official Comment From Ministry of Justice
As of Monday afternoon, the Ministry of Justice and HMP Woodhill have not publicly responded to the latest claims. Due to the sensitive nature of the allegations—including the presence of inmates with links to terror-related offences—security procedures may limit the information available to the public.
Broader Debate Over Prison Safety and Fair Treatment
The situation has reignited debate around segregation policies in high-security prisons and how inmates with different risk profiles are managed. Critics argue that civil prisoners like Robinson should not have their rights impacted by the presence of violent offenders, while others contend that prison authorities must prioritise overall safety and operational control.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available or official statements are issued.
