10 bars and pubs in Lincoln have announced they are offering free drinks testing over the next six months, aimed at keeping people safe on nights out. 

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The 10 venues include Strait and Narrow, Rogue Saint, The Scene, The Curiosity Shop, Trebles, Cardinal's Hat, Home, Fever and Boutique, Slug and Lettuce, and Vice and Co. 

Notably absent from the list are Engine Shed, run by the Student Union and Moka, which runs the popular Superbull event.

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When contacted on this issue, the Student Union declined to comment.

Research company Drug Lab 118 is trialling the Drink Detective narcotic-testing kits in the 10 venues, which will provide feedback for future development. 

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A victim of drink spiking, who wants to remain anonymous, said: "It definitely makes me feel safer knowing that there is protection against the vulnerable.

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"I felt violated by the perpetrator and can't understand why people do this."

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The tests can easily detect the presence of ketamine, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, amphetamine, rohypnol and more in drinks. 

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The kit consists of three 'fobs' which will show whether there is a drug in the drink or not.

This follows on from the 'Ask for Angela' scheme that gives drinkers an opportunity to ask bar staff for help, should they feel threatened.

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Colin Lyon, CEO of Drug Lab 118 said: "Drug Lab 118 developed the Drink Detective test and created the #notinmydrink campaign to raise awareness of the endemic issue of drink spiking in parts of society."

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Lincolnshire Police has said that although there is no evidence to suggest drink-spiking is a reoccurring issue in the county, it is important to raise awareness.

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