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Highest drug death rate in EU recorded in Scotland
A recent report has revealed that Scotland has recorded the highest drug death rate in the EU, with a 27% increase than the previous year. The statistics published by National Records of… -
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Drug Use In Scotland
Misuse of drugs is a significant issue in Scotland which can lead to a variety of social and health problems. In July 2017 the Scottish Government announced a strategy refresh to respond… -
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Minimum alcohol pricing comes into effect in Scotland
Towards the end of 2017, we discussed how Scotland was in the process of trying to implement minimum pricing for alcohol products. A pricing plan had originally been passed back in May… -
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Minimum alcohol pricing in Scotland backed by UK Supreme Court
A recent ruling by the UK Supreme Court has granted Scotland permission to set a minimum price for alcohol, after years of court challenges blocked the legislation. Despite a pricing plan being… -
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Drug Deaths in Scotland Increase
The number of drug-related deaths in Scotland has reached a record high, totalling 867. This marks a 23% rise on 2015. The latest statistics from the National Records of Scotland showed that… -
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Proposed cuts on funding for drug and alcohol rehabilitation in Scotland
Experts are warning a 22% funding cut for drug and alcohol rehabilitation could see deaths rise and a massive increase in the costs to society. Alcohol and Drug Partnerships have been told…
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