Nigel Farage has stated that Reform UK is unable to monitor members who back Tommy Robinson , despite describing the conduct that led to his harassment conviction as “very wrong”.

The party leader noted that "people have different opinions", suggesting that liking an online post does not make someone a "full-blown marcher" behind a movement.

Robinson, who told his trial his full name is Stephen Lennon, could face up to 10 years in prison after being convicted of harassing two journalists and causing them to fear violence.

The 43-year-old was labelled a “bully” by prosecutors after freelance reporter Andrew Young and Daily Mail editor Jacob Dirnhuber felt forced to either leave their homes or employ extra security for fear of a “vigilante” attack.

At a press conference on Wednesday afternoon, Mr Farage was questioned over his reaction to the conviction and whether he was "happy" for Reform members to support Robinson.

Tommy Robinson was labelled a ‘bully’ by prosecutors during his trial (PA)

Mr Farage…