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Spiking
13 June 2023
Lead MP
Richard Graham
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General Debate
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Richard Graham raised concerns about spiking in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Mr. Graham moved to bring in a Bill aiming to make provision about administering drugs, alcohol or substances without consent and for connected purposes. He highlighted that spiking cases have been reported almost 5,000 times but the police are not formally obliged to collate data on it, suggesting it is likely underreported. He argued for creating a specific offence of spiking due to its informal status in current legislation, urging the Government to react and act given the growing awareness and impact of spiking cases.
Richard Graham
Con
Richmond Park
Mr. Graham argued that existing laws do not adequately address the issue of spiking, which encompasses various contexts beyond sexual offences or use of noxious substances. He cited data and testimonies from previous debates to underscore the need for a new criminal offence of spiking to improve reporting, prosecution, and public awareness. He also highlighted calls from colleagues, police chiefs, and advocacy groups for legislative action.
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