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Harper House – a centre for learning

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Since opening Harper House in November 2022 we’ve been keen to develop the service into a centre for learning about the impact of substance...

The connection between substance use and mental health

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Substance use and mental health are deeply intertwined. For many, turning to drugs or alcohol isn’t about chasing a high – it’s a way...

Stop weaponising stigma

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We have seen again this weekend a shocking example of stigmatising, offensive and counterproductive media reporting 'zombie drug horror', writes Phoenix Futures Chief Executive...

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Back to reality

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Delphi were one of the first community drug services in England to offer a flexible-dose, prolonged-release buprenorphine (PRB) solution for subcutaneous injection. In 2021...

Government accepts majority of sentencing review recommendations

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The government has accepted most of the recommendations in David Gauke’s Independent sentencing review, the Ministry of Justice has announced. ‘The majority of the...

Easy access to crack ‘driving addiction’ in deprived communities

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The widespread availability of crack cocaine is ‘driving addiction, mental health struggles and homelessness’ in England’s deprived communities, says a new report from Birkbeck,...

Gauke review signals shift away from short prison sentences

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Custodial sentences of less than 12 months should only be used in exceptional circumstances and use of community punishments should be increased, says the...

European teens taking fewer drugs but vaping more

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Substance use among European 15-16-year-olds is continuing its ‘long-term decline’ but there are growing concerns over ‘new behavioural and health risks’, according to the...

Drug deaths taking toll on UK life expectancy

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Drugs, violence and suicide are contributing to rising death rates in under-50s in the UK, says new analysis from the Health Foundation – in contrast...

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A fair exchange

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My first real job opportunity felt like a battle against the system – but then something changed for me, says Stuart Lloyd. ‘Same shit, different...

Mother who nearly died of alcohol dependency volunteers at rehab clinic...

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A mother who nearly died of alcohol dependency last year is rebuilding her life by volunteering at the same Scottish rehabilitation clinic where she...

My son’s death turned me into a campaigner | Hilary’s Story

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Caring for someone who is dependent on drugs is one of the most exhausting, emotional and confusing experiences, it’s like living on a rollercoaster...

Rehab Spotlights

Via rehab revitalised

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Via residential expansion set for 2025 launch We are excited to announce that Passmores House will be expanding its rehab facilities with an addition of...

TLC Rehab: Truly Life Changing

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TLC Rehab is a London-based residential service, offering medically managed detox and an eclectic approach to addiction treatment. From heartfelt beginnings, TLC Rehab is redefining...

Park House: supporting recovery in Birmingham

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Located in Birmingham and operated by Change Grow Live, Park House offers an inpatient drug and alcohol detox. With a focus on collaborative working,...