PayPal bans far-right activist Tommy Robinson for promoting 'hate, violence and intolerance' through site

The firm reportedly said that its platform could not be used to 'promote hate, violence or other forms of intolerance that is discriminatory'
UPDATED NOV 9, 2018

The popular online payment service PayPal has reportedly banned the far-right, former English Defence League leader Tommy Robinson for violating the terms and conditions of its website. Reports stated that the company told Robinson he will no longer be able to process payments through PayPal because he flouted the rules set for its customers.

The firm reportedly said that its platform could not be used to "promote hate, violence or other forms of intolerance that is discriminatory."

Far-right figurehead Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon stands beside a man in a Donald Trump mask as he addresses supporters outside the Old Bailey on October 23, 2018, in London, England. The Former English Defence League leader and British National Party member is facing a re-trial on charges of contempt. (Getty Images)
Far-right figurehead Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon stands beside a man in a Donald Trump mask as he addresses supporters outside the Old Bailey on October 23, 2018, in London, England. The Former English Defence League leader and British National Party member is facing a re-trial on charges of contempt. (Getty Images)

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