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Protester wears burqa in court to deny concealing identity during Hampshire protest
Overview
Timothy Miller, 76, appeared at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court wearing a burqa to plead not guilty to a charge of wearing the Islamic religious garment to conceal his identity during a demonstration in Portsmouth. Miller lifted the veil to confirm his details and stated he was not guilty. The case has been adjourned for a trial on 16 February, and he was released on unconditional bail.
Key points
- Timothy Miller, 76, appeared at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court wearing a burqa.
- He pleaded not guilty to a charge of wearing the garment to conceal his identity during an anti-migrant and anti-racism protest in Portsmouth on 12 September.
- During the hearing, Miller lifted the veil of the burqa to confirm his identity, date of birth, and address to District Judge Stephen Apted.
- Miller stated in court: "As I am in every police camera, I am not guilty".
- The judge adjourned the case for a trial at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court on 16 February and released Miller on unconditional bail.