Drug use2 days agoFormer cop jailed for creating cocaine supply chainFormer Greater Manchester Police officer Gary Parkinson was jailed for six years and four months.2 days ago6 days agoWorld's first laughing gas breathalyser trialledThe device is being tested by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary and Thames Valley Police.6 days ago29 Apr 2026'Housing first' call to assist substance abusersPeople in insecure or unstable housing are more likely to misuse drugs or alcohol, a report says.29 Apr 202623 Apr 2026Trump administration reclassifies cannabis as less dangerous Medical marijuana was moved into a lower category of drugs in order to increase research and access.23 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Public asked for views on Edinburgh drug consumption roomThe consultation, which consists of an online survey and drop in sessions, will stay open for 13 weeks until 1 July. 1 Apr 202627 Mar 2026MP calls for more help for monkey dust addictsAllison Gardner says there are "challenges caused by a lack of joined-up working".27 Mar 202626 Mar 2026London's only homeless detox clinic to closeThe unit at St Thomas' Hospital supported the homeless to safely withdraw from alcohol and drugs 26 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Alert issued over surge in suspected drug-related deathsDumfries and Galloway has seen 12 deaths in just three months - with nine in the Wigtownshire area alone.18 Mar 202616 Mar 2026Edinburgh drug consumption room could open next yearTwo areas of Edinburgh's Old Town have been identified as potential sites for the facility - Spittal Street and an area around Cowgate.16 Mar 2026...
