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On Feb 4, a jury at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court was told that Mr Michael had been “unrelentingly negative” towards migrants in a clip he had distributed to stir up racial hatred.
However, his barrister, paid for by the Free Speech Union (FSU), which campaigns to protect freedom of speech, insisted it was “beyond obvious” he was not referring to all migrants, explaining how his main cut and thrust had been for more security in schools to protect children.
When the jury retired the next day to consider its verdict, Mr Michael bought a cup of tea, anticipating a long wait. The drink was still piping hot when he was summoned to hear their not guilty verdict.
Steve Bird, The Telegraph, 7th February 2025.
