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Context photographThe draft includes a toxicology pathway and a proposed maximum ten-year sentence. Mark Ward and Máire Devine introduced the Spiking Offences Bill 2026 in the Dáil. The proposal covers intentional administration of substances while knowing that the other person does not consent, or being reckless about whether they do.
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Context photographThe campaign seeks clearer law, better data and access to toxicology testing. RTÉ reported calls from the Sexual Violence Centre in Cork to strengthen responses to substances administered without consent. The organisation linked its demands to experiences received through support services and prevention campaigns.
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Context photographThe spiking provision forms part of the Crime and Policing Act 2026. The Home Office added an overarching factsheet on 18 May after the legislation was approved in April. It includes a harmful-substance offence among measures addressing violence against women and girls.
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