Brian Robinson (loyalist)

Brian Robinson (died 2008) was a Northern Irish Ulster loyalist paramilitary, and a leading member of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF). He served as a commander within the organisation, primarily active in the Tiger's Bay area of North Belfast.

Robinson was a prominent figure within the UVF for several decades. He was involved in various aspects of the group’s activities, including security, recruitment, and community liaison. He gained notoriety for his involvement in paramilitary operations and his influence within the loyalist community.

Robinson was shot dead in the Tiger's Bay area of Belfast on 19 October 2008. The killing was immediately attributed to a loyalist feud, specifically linked to internal disputes within the UVF or related factions. At the time, tensions were high between different loyalist groups, and the killing was viewed as a symptom of this ongoing conflict.

The circumstances surrounding Robinson’s death remain somewhat unclear, and several theories about the motive for his murder have emerged. While a loyalist feud is the generally accepted explanation, specific details concerning the instigators and the precise reasons for the killing remain a subject of speculation.

Robinson's death highlighted the ongoing issues of paramilitary activity and internal conflict within loyalist groups in Northern Ireland, even after the Good Friday Agreement. It also served as a reminder of the lingering divisions and the potential for violence within certain sections of the community.