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Travelodge CEO Faces Backlash, Revises Keycard Policies After Assault

4/2/2026

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Travelodge chief executive Jo Boydell faced backlash after canceling a meeting with MPs about a December 2022 sexual assault incident.
The survivor criticized Jo Boydell for not engaging with hotel safety concerns.
Jo Boydell acknowledged the incident.
Travelodge will immediately change its keycard policies.
An independent review of Travelodge's security measures will be led by barrister Paul Greaney KC.

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Story summary

Travelodge chief executive Jo Boydell faced backlash after canceling a meeting with MPs about a December 2022 sexual assault incident.
The survivor criticized Jo Boydell for not engaging with hotel safety concerns.
Jo Boydell acknowledged the incident.
Travelodge will immediately change its keycard policies.
An independent review of Travelodge's security measures will be led by barrister Paul Greaney KC.