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Travelodge Revamps Key Policy After Assault Incident

3/30/2026

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Travelodge is investigating unauthorized access to guest rooms after a sexual assault involving Kyran Smith, who was given a key card to a victim's room.
Two women reported similar experiences of strangers entering their rooms.
Sir Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader, urged Jo Boydell to engage with government officials on improving hotel guest security.
Travelodge revised its key policy to require guest permission for issuing additional keys.

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Travelodge is investigating unauthorized access to guest rooms after a sexual assault involving Kyran Smith, who was given a key card to a victim's room.
Two women reported similar experiences of strangers entering their rooms.
Sir Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader, urged Jo Boydell to engage with government officials on improving hotel guest security.
Travelodge revised its key policy to require guest permission for issuing additional keys.