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Strangers' Bar controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2025

    Drink-spiking report and security review

    A report of suspected drink spiking led to the bar’s temporary closure and a review of security and safety procedures.

  2. 2024

    Aaron Bell conduct finding

    The Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme found that Aaron Bell had touched a woman inappropriately and without consent in the bar in December 2023.

  3. 2024

    Lord Ranger of Northwood conduct finding

    The House of Lords Conduct Committee found that Lord Ranger of Northwood had harassed people in the bar in January 2024.

  4. 2012

    Eric Joyce assault

    MP Eric Joyce assaulted several MPs and councillors during an altercation in the bar. He pleaded guilty to four charges and received a fine, a community order and a compensation order.