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Protesters clash outside Oxford Union ahead of Tommy Robinson debate

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The Independent UK · Jun 18

Tommy Robinson speaks to half-empty hall as protesters block Oxford Union debate

Pubs forced to close early or limit alcohol sales as police warned of possible disorder

The Independent UK · Jun 18

Protesters rally outside Oxford Union against Tommy Robinson debate

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The Independent UK · Jun 17

Hasan Piker's UK Ban Takes New Twist After Jeremy Corbyn Meeting Plans Surface

New reports reveal Hasan Piker had planned talks with leading left-wing politicians before being barred from entering the UK.

International Business Times UK · Jun 2

Hundreds sign letter urging Oxford Union to rethink Tommy Robinson invite

Hundreds of people have signed an open letter encouraging Oxford Union to rethink a decision to invite far-right activist Tommy Robinson to speak.

The National (Scotland) · May 25

Conan O'Brien Warns Comics Against Centring Comedy on Trump Criticism

Former 'Late Night' host Conan O'Brien expressed his concerns about comedians who have shifted to criticism of the Trump administration as their comedy.

International Business Times UK · Jan 9

Oxford Student Confronts Lawyer Camille Vasquez on Defending Johnny Depp Despite Abuse Allegations

An Oxford student confronted Johnny Depp's lawyer Camille Vasquez, asking how she, as a woman, could defend a man accused of severe domestic abuse.

International Business Times UK · Dec 8, 2025

I was at the India-Pakistan Oxford Union Debate and here’s what happened.

The Oxford Union – long celebrated as a cradle of free speech and the stage for some of history’s most consequential debates – was meant to host another landmark discussion last week.

Newslaundry · Dec 2, 2025

Charlie Kirk comments led to ‘threats of violence’, claims ousted Oxford Union president-elect

George Abaraonye received criticism for his reaction to Charlie Kirk being shot dead in September

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2025

If the right really wants free speech in universities, why is it so obsessed with discrediting students?

The media loves to manufacture outrage about what students get up to – and to discipline those who dare challenge conservatives, says Jason Okundaye, a Guardian assistant newsletter editor

The Guardian - UK · Nov 1, 2025