by Annemarie Ward | Nov 13, 2023 | News
Exposing the Flaws in Stirling University’s Drug Research, Funded by Elena Whitham Stirling University’s two-year drug checking project, despite the backing of Scottish Drug policy minister Elena Whitham, reveals a troubling inadequacy in its approach. The...
by Annemarie Ward | Oct 16, 2023 | News
This was written in response to an article printed in The Herald & published on twitter by the latest minister for drugs. You can see the article here https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/23855627.elena-whitham-disruptor-establishment-press-change/ and see the...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 29, 2023 | News
“The culmination of the 34th International Recovery Month in 2023 stands as a testament to the indomitable commitment of individuals across the world. Here in the UK, these dedicated souls orchestrated an impressive array of 200 local events that stretched from...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 26, 2023 | News
This was written as a response to the article here posted by the Journalist Alasdair Soussi. Thanks @AlasdairSoussi – indeed a pleasure to engage in conversation. Yet, as is often the case with quotations, journalists must navigate word count limitations. Here,...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 21, 2023 | News
Welcome to this year’s UK Recovery Walk, a celebration of resilience, strength, and the power of transformation. As we gather to honor the incredible journey of recovery, we do so with hearts full of hope and determination. This event stands as a testament to...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 20, 2023 | News
Introduction The issue of drug addiction is a complex and multifaceted one, with no easy solutions. While the ultimate goal is to help individuals break free from the cycle of addiction, the strategies employed can vary significantly. Two distinct approaches have...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 20, 2023 | News
Scotland’s drug policy landscape is currently in the spotlight as the government explores the possibility of decriminalisation, drawing inspiration from European countries like Portugal, Germany, and Switzerland. While these European nations are often cited as...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 14, 2023 | News
This is an excellent peice from @DaniGaravelli1. wrote a peice for the guardian here https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/sep/14/scotland-tories-drugs-policy-uk-consumption-room-glasgow-snp I would however like to clarify here that the statement...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 12, 2023 | News
Are you looking for a new challenge and opportunity to make a real difference to peoples lives and communities? We have the following role available – Support and Advocacy Advisor. Advocating for those in addiction in Scotland to ensure that people have choice...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 11, 2023 | News
In the wake of recent budget cuts, concerns have arisen about the potential impact on critical addiction services in Scotland. These concerns are amplified by the proposed allocation of 2.3 million pounds towards establishing Drug Consumption Rooms (DCRs) aimed at...
