Leeds leaders to hold nightlife 'summit' after spiking reports
Politicians and campaigners will attend the meeting today, November 4
Politicians, campaigners and police will come together in Leeds later- to discuss reports of spiking by needle injection.
A safe nightlife summit has been organised by Leeds North West MP Alex Sobel and Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin. It comes after the local MP received a worrying number of reports of spiking with needles happening at our bars and clubs.
Last week a nationwide boycott of nightclubs and bars called “girls’ night in" happened in response to the issue.
The summit will be online, streamed live on YouTube this Thursday evening.
Alex Sobel said:
“I have received a worrying number of reports of spiking with needles happening within Leeds bars and clubs.
"These attacks completely unacceptable on every level and it is incumbent upon all stakeholders in Leeds, including elected politicians, hospitality businesses and the police, to find proactive solutions to stamp this out.
"Leeds is known for its thriving nightlife; I hope this Thursday will be the start of an ongoing conversation that will ensure our young people are kept safe.”