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...

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...

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 "Scotland’s...

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 and are...

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...

🙏Amid recent developments in Portland and the grave warnings conveyed to Scottish ministers by Commissioner Gonzalez, it becomes all the more vital that we illuminate the shortcomings of Scotland's existing addiction treatment system. Currently, merely a fraction of...

This was FIRST Published: July 1st 2023 By: L. Bertrand On the website offtopicscotland.com Republished today 29th August 2023 Scotland embarked on the implementation of minimum pricing for alcohol in 2018 with high hopes. However, the subsequent evaluation conducted...

The recent decline in drug-related deaths in Scotland prompts a thorough examination of multifaceted factors. Delving into this landscape, however, is far from straightforward, as a closer look at the situation reveals. Amidst these complexities, several potential...