FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Portsmouth - The Untold Story

Danny Tommo in custody ahead of trial next year accused of slashing Channel boat

The 37-year-old appeared via video link from prison for a hearing at Portsmouth Crown Court.

Evening Standard · Sep 29

Why far-right protesters target non-political groups like lifeboat volunteers

On September 6 2026, two Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboats brought around 120 migrants ashore at Portsmouth. They were met by a protest, where far-right demonstrators verbally abused lifeboat crew. The crew’s names, addresses and photographs were later circulated online.

The Conversation · Sep 25

Portsmouth anti-migrant protester jailed for violent disorder

Somerville pleaded guilty to violent disorder and was sentenced on Thursday afternoon

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Police searching for four men after disorder at Portsmouth anti-migrant protest

Seven officers were treated at the scene for injuries

The Independent UK · Sep 13

Police release images of six men sought after violent disorder in Portsmouth

Hampshire and Isle of Wight force says it wants to speak to men in connection with anti-migrant unrest that left seven officers injured

The Guardian - UK · Sep 13

Man charged with concealing identity at anti-immigration protest in Portsmouth

Anti-migrant and anti-racism protesters faced off in the city centre on Saturday.

Evening Standard · Sep 13

Man, 76, charged at Portsmouth anti-immigration protest after police warning over masks

Anti-migrant and anti-racism protesters faced off in the city centre on Saturday

The Independent UK · Sep 13

Portsmouth experiences second weekend of anti-immigration protests

Rightwing activists faced a heavy police presence and counter-demonstrations to their march against small boat crossings

The Guardian - UK · Sep 12

Numerous arrests made at anti-immigration protest in Portsmouth

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The Independent UK · Sep 12

Man arrested over concealing identity at anti-immigration protest in Portsmouth

It comes after Hampshire Police warned protesters using face coverings could face arrest.

Evening Standard · Sep 12