Lucy Connolly: Southport Post Political Prisoner Claim

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Lucy Connolly, a former childminder, has pleaded ⁤guilty to inciting racial ⁢hatred.

The Incident: She posted a tweet on July 29th, 2023, stating there should be “mass deportation now” and accepting the label of “racist” ⁢if that was the consequence. The tweet was posted the ⁤day of an attack ⁣in Southport. Reach &⁤ Deletion: The tweet garnered 310,000 views before being deleted, but‍ after her arrest‍ on August 6th, ⁣2023.
Background: Connolly’s husband is⁤ a Conservative member of Northampton Town Council.She stated ⁤she was upset about the murders in Southport, having previously ⁢experienced the loss of a child.
Regret ‍& Legal ⁣Action: Connolly expressed regret⁢ for the tweet, stating it wasn’t her “finest moment” and she ⁢doesn’t advocate violence. She is⁤ considering legal action against the police regarding a statement released by the Crown prosecution Service⁣ after ⁤her sentencing.