22 October 2012 Last updated at 13:34 ET

EDL leader Stephen Lennon in court on false passport charge

Stephen Lennon Stephen Lennon appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court earlier

The leader of the English Defence League has appeared in court accused of travelling to the United States last month using another person's passport.

Stephen Lennon, 29, was arrested on Sunday afternoon.

He appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court earlier charged with possession of a false identity document with improper intention.

Mr Lennon was remanded in custody to appear at Southwark Crown Court on 7 January.

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