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March 2026 Update
The Scottish Government has announced final funding for its five-year national drugs mission, allocating £1 million to 28 projects across Scotland. This funding aims to support various local initiatives addressing drug-related issues. Additionally, health campaigners in Northern Ireland have called for the introduction of minimum unit pricing (MUP) to combat record alcohol-related deaths. These developments highlight ongoing efforts in the UK to address substance misuse through policy and community support. Continual funding and policy actions remain key to enhancing treatment and recovery services. Source: https://www.drinkanddrugsnews.com
February 2026 Update
Collective Voice has urged the UK government to publish a clear position statement on drug and alcohol treatment services. This call highlights the need to reaffirm commitment to harm reduction and recovery maximisation amidst ongoing challenges. Public Health Scotland has warned that street drugs are likely contaminated, increasing risks for users. Additionally, research indicates nitazene-related deaths may have been underreported by up to a third. These developments emphasize the critical need for robust drug policy and effective treatment responses. source: https://www.drinkanddrugsnews.com
December 2025 Update
Recent reports in the addiction treatment sector highlight several key developments. Dame Carol Black has been appointed as an independent advisor to the UK government on drugs, signaling a renewed focus on drug policy. Public Health Grant funding of ś13.45 billion has been announced for the coming three years, aimed at supporting local public health initiatives including substance misuse services. Additionally, Wales has recorded its highest ever number of drug misuse deaths, with 417 fatalities last year, underscoring ongoing challenges in addressing drug-related harm. There is also a new three-year study set to evaluate the effectiveness of Lived Experience Recovery Organisations (LEROs) starting next March, funded by ś1.46 million to strengthen recovery community responses.