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Cranstoun response to the London Drugs Commission
The independent London Drugs Commission has published its long-awaited report which focuses primarily on cannabis use in the capital, making 42 recommendations.
The Commission, established...
Harper House – a centre for learning
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
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...
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Learning curve
Why do people co-use benzodiazepines and opioids? Opening the question to the forum, Bristol Medical School’s Dr Jenny Scott said it was important to...
Creating a scene
‘I believe in the power of film to drive social change and empower under-represented groups and individuals in society,’ says the new creative director of...
Community connections
Finding space amongst jostling perspectives and competing priorities is an ongoing challenge for the humble LERO. With daily funding pressures and strains on capacity...
Back to reality
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
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
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,...
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A fair exchange
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...
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
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
Park House: supporting recovery in Birmingham
Located in Birmingham and operated by Change Grow Live, Park House offers an inpatient drug and alcohol detox. With a focus on collaborative working,...
Abbeycare: tailoring recovery and support to each individual’s needs
Overcoming dependence on alcohol or drugs usually requires finding professional help, particularly for people who have a longer-term relationship with substances or those who...
Acorn: compassionate care for recovery
Located in Stockport and Burnley, Acorn Residential Rehab Services provides a safe, welcoming, and CQC-regulated environment designed to help individuals and families overcome addiction.
With...