Jury discharged in Boris Johnson wedding plot trial
Summary
A jury in London was dismissed after they could not decide on a verdict in the case of Tim Speers. He was accused of planning to disrupt Boris Johnson’s wedding party in Gloucestershire by using spray paint and superglue. The court will decide later if there will be a new trial.Key Facts
- Tim Speers was accused of carrying spray paint and superglue to disrupt Boris Johnson’s wedding reception.
- The event took place on July 29, 2022, at the Doylesford Estate in Gloucestershire.
- Speers said he did not intend to cause damage and stopped his plan before police arrived.
- Police stopped Speers and another man because they were carrying beer and did not explain their presence.
- A voice note showed Speers agreed to take part in an activist action requested by Palestine Action members.
- The jury could not agree on a verdict and was discharged by the judge.
- A potential retrial is set to be discussed on September 29.
- Boris Johnson and Carrie Johnson held their wedding celebration outdoors with marquees and hay bale seating.
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