The Home Office has set out its update to the laws related to drink spiking and it falls far short of what is needed according to the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), who say that they are disappointed that the Government has not included spiking as a specific crime.
Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, said, “Drink spiking is a serious and prevalent issue that poses a threat to the safety and well-being of individuals within our community. The government’s failure to designate spiking as a distinct crime is disheartening and does not reflect the need to address this growing concern.”
“To effectively combat drink spiking, we need a comprehensive and dedicated approach. The absence of a specific crime category undermines our ability to gather accurate data and develop targeted strategies to tackle this menace.”
Kill is urging the government to reconsider its stance and to work with industry stakeholders to make sure that adequate measures are in place to protect the public from the harm caused by the effects of drink spiking.