A contempt of court case against far-right activist Tommy Robinson was today adjourned by a judge as hundreds of rival protesters gathered outside the Old Bailey.
The former English Defence League (EDL) leader, 35, was greeted by cheers from around 300 people who had earlier chanted his name.
Protesters from a smaller counter-demonstration carried placards saying “oppose Tommy Robinson”.
Robinson was ushered into court amid a large police presence as photographers and cameramen jostled for position.
The Recorder of London Judge Nicholas Hilliard QC adjourned the case, saying he would receive written submissions before making a ruling on whether there will be a substantive hearing at a later date.
Robinson, wearing jeans, black trainers, and a grey checked jacket sat behind his barrister Richard Furlong in court.
He was referred to by his real name, Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, throughout the brief hearing.
He is alleged to have committed contempt of court by filming people in a criminal trial and broadcasting footage on social media.