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A Bridge Too Far – Rapid Antifascist Mobilisation Chases Far-Right Off Hotel Grounds

Sharp eyes on the street spotted far-right auditors in Sheffield this afternoon. Antifascists from across the city rapidly responded, greeting a dozen or so auditors at the hotel on Blonk Street – refugee accommodation which is frequently targeted by the far-right. Pseudo journalists from several cities were in attendance including Steve Middleton, Abigail Howey, Wayne Gillett, and Daniel Hall.


A photobombing PC with Steve Middleton and his bff British Seaside Stories
Christo-fascist Abigail Howey
 

Antifascist presence across the bridge drew the rabble away from the hotel, keeping them distracted until police inevitably showed up. A long and dull stalemate ensued. As police numbers grew and streamer phone batteries died, the far-right began to drift off back to their vehicles demanding police escorts. Antifascists followed to ensure they were definitely leaving our city.


Wayne Gillett, Daniel Hall, and Steve Middleton escorted out of Sheffield under police guard

The fascist YouTubers shouted "see you next Saturday" as they left. See you we will.

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