Punk duo Bob Vylan to take legal action against BBC over Glastonbury controversy
The band claims BBC misrepresented them following their 2025 performance
Punk band Bob Vylan has announced legal action against the BBC, following controversy stemming from their performance at Glastonbury Festival in June 2025.
The duo from Ipswich, featuring drummer Wade Laurence George, known as Bobbie Vylan, and singer Pascal Robinson-Foster, known as Bobby Vylan, performed on the West Holts Stage, where Robinson-Foster led chants critical of the Israel Defence Forces.
The BBC faced backlash for livestreaming the controversial act and subsequently apologised for what it termed “offensive and deplorable behaviour.”
In a recent Instagram statement, Bob Vylan accused the BBC of misrepresenting them, stating, “We have decided to take legal action against the BBC. In the immediate aftermath of our performance at Glastonbury 2025, the BBC wasted no time in placing labels upon us that did not, do not and never will fit.”
They further criticised the corporation for its alleged failure to represent public interests and maintain unbiased news.
Despite being dropped from several festivals and tours, Robinson-Foster expressed no regret for the Glastonbury chant during an appearance on the Louis Theroux Podcast.
Avon and Somerset Police investigated the incident but confirmed in December 2025 that no further action would be taken.
The BBC has declined to comment on the legal action.
Bob Vylan’s statement underscored their commitment to "Free Palestine and justice for the Filton 25," a reference to pro-Palestine activists.