A British neo-Nazi fanatic who ran a Hitler-worshipping cult and wrote a ‘White Man’s Bible’ calling for race war is set to be released early under a government plan to tackle prison overcrowding.
Hitler Devotee Locked Up for Hate
James Costello was jailed for five years in 2023 after being convicted of stirring up racial hatred. He led the far-right Creativity Movement, styling himself as a “priest” of his own twisted faith. But instead of peace, he penned a toxic holy book demanding racial conflict.
Now, just halfway through his sentence, Costello is reportedly poised for early release as part of a government crackdown on bursting prison numbers.
Nazi Stickers Land Costello Behind Bars
- Costello got caught in 2021 after Nazi-themed stickers promoting his extremist group appeared across Merseyside.
- The racist stickers spread hateful messages in public places, sparking outrage.
- Police traced the linked website back to Costello, sparking his arrest and conviction.
Shocking Ties to Terrorist Paedophile
Worse still, investigations revealed letters between Costello and Jack Renshaw — a convicted terrorist and child sex offender tied to the banned neo-Nazi gang National Action. Renshaw is serving life for plotting to kill former Labour MP Rosie Cooper.
This exposed Costello’s links to Britain’s deadliest far-right extremists, highlighting his deep-rooted violent ideology.
Far-Right Cheers Early Release
Laura Towler, deputy leader of far-right group Patriotic Alternative, welcomed Costello’s early freedom online. She said he remains unrepentant and “resolute in his beliefs” despite prison time.
“James Costello is getting out of prison this month. He’d like to say thank you to everybody who sent him cards and letters whilst he was inside,” Towler said. “Lots of his fellow inmates were very jealous of the amount of love and support he received.”
“He can’t wait to have a carvery with lots of pork belly when he gets out, and he’s going for a long hike to get some fresh air.”
“He is still on licence for the remainder of his sentence… but know that he is resolute in his beliefs and didn’t compromise once.”
Controversy Hits Early Release Scheme
The government’s early release plan — meant to ease critical overcrowding — lets certain prisoners out after serving half their sentence instead of two-thirds. Critics warn it risks dumping dangerous offenders back on the streets too soon.
Costello’s release has reignited fierce debate, with many alarmed a convicted racial hate instigator still loyal to racist ideology could return to wreak havoc.
Ongoing Threat Despite Licence Rules
- Costello will stay on licence, facing strict supervision and bans on political activity for the rest of his sentence.
- Supporters are already celebrating, showing the far-right network backing him even behind bars remains strong.
- Experts doubt if monitoring can contain an extremist so hardened in hate.
UK’s Far-Right Faces Fresh Danger
The Creativity Movement and linked groups like Patriotic Alternative continue fuelling white supremacist hate across Britain. Costello’s impending return is a warning for public safety as watchdogs fret over a rise in far-right activism and hate crimes.
With early release schemes easing jail pressure, officials face a tough balancing act: controlling prison populations while stopping dangerous radicals from pushing their vile agenda outside.
