Rapper Bobby Vylan, one half of the punk duo Bob Vylan, will face no criminal charges over chants made during the group's performance at this year's Glastonbury Festival.
Police Investigation Concludes
Avon and Somerset Police have announced they will take no further action against the artist, whose real name is Pascal Robinson-Foster. The decision follows a detailed criminal investigation into the incident, which occurred on the festival's West Holts Stage on Saturday 28 June.
The force stated that, after reviewing all evidence, it did not meet the criminal threshold required by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for a prosecution. A police spokesperson confirmed, "there is insufficient evidence for there to be a realistic prospect of conviction."
Voluntary Interview and Wider Context
The investigation, led by a senior detective, included a voluntary interview with a man in his mid-30s in November. He was informed of the decision not to prosecute on Tuesday 23 December.
In their statement, Avon and Somerset Police acknowledged the performance had "drawn widespread anger" but defended the decision to conduct a thorough probe. "We believe it is right this matter was comprehensively investigated," the force said.
This news follows a similar decision by the Metropolitan Police, who closed their own investigation into a separate London performance by the duo after seeking advice from the CPS.
Artist's Previous Stance and Reactions
The case has attracted significant attention since the festival. Bobby Vylan has previously been vocal about the incident, stating in past interviews that he would "do it again tomorrow." The duo has also been involved in legal action against a broadcaster over claims of antisemitism related to their lyrics.
The police conclusion marks the end of the formal legal process surrounding the Glastonbury performance, though the debate over the boundaries of artistic expression and public order is likely to continue.
