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Spiking

Commons · Question 89266 · Tabled 10 Nov 2025 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 20 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Peter Lamb

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to (a) combat spiking offences and (b) support victims.

Answer

Answered by Jess Phillips, 20 Nov 2025

Spiking is an abhorrent crime and illegal in any form, whether through food or drink, vape, or needle. It can affect anyone, at any time and in any setting, regardless of gender, sexuality or age.We are taking a range of action to tackle spiking and provi...