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Anti-migrant protests and evolving far-right tactics in UK

Overview

In early September 2026, anti-migrant demonstrations caused significant disruption at UK ports. On September 5, masked protesters associated with the Patriot Platform blocked access to the Port of Dover, resulting in traffic congestion of up to six kilometers. On September 7, hundreds of protesters in black clothing and face masks descended on Portsmouth following the arrival of a small boat carrying approximately 140 migrants, leading to violent confrontations where police used riot shields, batons, and Pava spray. Recent developments indicate a shift in far-right tactics, with researchers suggesting the movement is moving toward more mobile, networked, and potentially vigilante-style activism. This activity is linked to an evolving network called ‘Patriot Platform,’ which connects various anti-migrant formations and has been promoted by figures such as Daniel ‘Tommo’ Thomas. Groups like the ‘Portsmouth Patriots’ have been involved, while counter-protests from organizations such as ‘Stand Up Against Racism’ have necessitated police security cordons to prevent direct clashes. By mid-September, the movement expanded its scope of targets. In Chorley, Daniel ‘Danny Tommo’ Thomas led a rally of approximately 50 to 60 people near the home of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle, claiming to be building a “mass resistance movement” intended to “send shivers down the spines” of those responsible for migration levels. In Sussex, Liam Tomsett organized the ‘Crowborough Says No’ group to oppose the use of a former military training camp for housing up to 540 asylum seekers. Tomsett’s attempts to block contractors led to his arrest on charges of common assault and possession of an offensive weapon, though those charges were subsequently dropped. In response to the use of anonymity, Deputy Chief Constable Andy Mariner stated that commanders are “absolutely ready” to use legal powers to ban face coverings. On September 22, tensions escalated in Hampshire following small boat crossings.

Entities

Daniel Thomas · Patriot Platform · Dover · Hampshire Police · Port of Dover

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Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Protests in Southampton and Dover trigger police dispersal orders

    Anti-migrant and anti-racism protesters gathered in Southampton and Dover, prompting police to enforce dispersal orders and a ban on face coverings to manage the demonstrations.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 12 sources
    English Channel migrant crossings spark protests and arrests in Hampshire

    Anti-migrant protests in Gosport and across the English Channel have led to multiple arrests and a police inquiry into an activist accused of slashing a migrant dinghy during a rescue operation.

  3. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Anti-migrant protests escalate across the United Kingdom

    Anti-migrant protesters are conducting rallies across the UK, including demonstrations near the home of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle and blockades in Sussex and Dover.

  4. [INTERNATIONAL] 24 sources
    Portsmouth anti-immigration protests lead to multiple arrests

    Anti-immigration protesters and counter-demonstrators clashed in Portsmouth, leading to multiple arrests, including a 76-year-old man charged under new face-covering laws.

  5. [CRIME] 17 sources
    UK police prepared to ban masks at anti-migration protests

    UK police are prepared to use powers to ban face coverings at anti-migration protests to prevent intimidation and criminality following recent unrest and blocked access to the Port of Dover.

  6. [INTERNATIONAL] 41 sources
    Portsmouth: Anti-migrant protests clash with police after boat arrival

    Hundreds of masked anti-immigration protesters clashed with police in Portsmouth after a boat carrying 140 migrants arrived from Normandy, causing road blockades and injuring several officers.

  7. [INTERNATIONAL] 95 sources
    Port of Dover blocked by masked protesters targeting migrant crossings

    Hundreds of masked protesters blocked the Port of Dover on Saturday, causing significant traffic delays and disrupting ferry routes in protest against illegal migrant crossings via the English Channel.

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