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Labour Leader Calls for Travelodge Security Review After Assault

3/26/2026

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Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, urged Travelodge to engage MPs on security after a woman was sexually assaulted by Kyran Smith, who obtained her room number and keycard from staff.
The incident raised concerns about Travelodge's room-security procedures.
Travelodge's chief executive Jo Boydell confirmed the independent review would be led by barrister Paul Greaney, with MPs and an expert contributing.

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Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, urged Travelodge to engage MPs on security after a woman was sexually assaulted by Kyran Smith, who obtained her room number and keycard from staff.
The incident raised concerns about Travelodge's room-security procedures.
Travelodge's chief executive Jo Boydell confirmed the independent review would be led by barrister Paul Greaney, with MPs and an expert contributing.