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Legal high ‘Spice’ continuing to cause issues in UK and beyond
The Psychoactive Substances Act which came into effect on May 26th, has outlawed anything that the government believes has a psychoactive effect on the human brain. This legislation has been the result… -
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Efforts to supply legal highs/ NPSs becoming ever more diverse
This week the proposed blanket ban on legal highs/ NPSs comes into effect in the UK. Whilst this legislation proposes a complete ban on psychoactive substances, many believe that it will have… -
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Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Maritime Industry
At sea or on waterways, alcohol and drugs are even more dangerous than on land because of the changing environment. The motion, vibration, engine noise, sun, wind and spray, can emphasise the… -
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The need for Enforcement with Pre-Employment Testing
Safety at work is of paramount importance to employers and their employees. Without a safety conscious approach companies run the risk of their employees being unable to effectively carry out their daily… -
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BBC INVESTIGATION: ‘TAKING LEGAL HIGHS IS LIKE PLAYING RUSSIAN ROULETTE WITH YOUR LIFE’
A ground-breaking undercover investigation has exposed the deadly world of legal highs, the latest drug craze sweeping the UK and causing devastation to families and communities across the country. An investigative team… -
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The dangers of so-called legal highs
What exactly are legal highs? Officially described as new psychoactive substances (NPS), a legal high is a mood-altering or stimulant substance whose sale is not banned by current legislation. They are made… -
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Combatting Drugs and Alcohol in the Transport Industry
The effects of drugs and alcohol on a driver’s ability are widely documented. There are lots of drink driving campaigns and charities out there that do a very good job of promoting… -
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Resolution – First for Family Law Conference
Randox Testing Services will be attending the Resolution – First for Family Law Conference in Brighton on 17th April 2015. This year’s Resolution conference offers the opportunity to hear from experts across… -
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UK alcohol consumption study finds peak in consumption at 25 years old
A new study has found clear patterns of alcohol use amongst different age groups from 15 years old up to old age. The study found it was necessary to reveal alcohol consumption… -
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Drug driving legislation – What you need to know
The new drug driving law came into effect on 2nd March 2015 in England and Wales. The new law now means it is an offence to drive with certain drugs above a…
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