‘Accused terrorist idolised Guy Fawkes’

An accused terrorist wanted to overthrow the government and praised Guy Fawkes for his attempt to blow up Parliament, a court heard. Benjamin Hyland, 29, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court this afternoon (Fri) dressed in a grey tracksuit via video link. It is alleged Hyland is the leader of the English Republican Army and posted on social media advocating the use of violence and weapons against the government. He is also accused of attempting to manufacture a sub-machine gun on…

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