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Increase in efforts to reduce drink/drug driving abroad
Recently, a number of stories have emerged from around the globe in relation to the efforts to raise awareness of alcohol and reduce the levels of drink/drug driving. Various countries have adapted…Oct 21, 16 -
North East sees spike in ambulance call outs related to NPS
On the 23rd May 2016, the Psychoactive Substances Act came into effect in the UK, which criminalized the production, distribution, sale and supply of NPS (novel psychoactive substances) or, then called ‘legal…Oct 12, 16 -
Tackling drug use in prisons in light of HMP Bedford report
The standards within HMP Bedford have declined to ‘unacceptable levels’ according to a report from the new chief inspector of prisons. This report looked at a host of issues that were identified…Sep 28, 16 -
The dangers of mixing medications
As we enter autumn, and winter / cold and flu season approaches more and more people will start taking medication(s) to fight their symptoms. What people don’t realise is that mixing any…Sep 16, 16 -
Point of care testing for drugs and alcohol
Point of care (POC) testing in a general sense is defined as: ‘Medical diagnostic testing at or near the point of care – that is, at the time and place of patient…Jul 27, 16 -
Proposed cuts on funding for drug and alcohol rehabilitation in Scotland
Experts are warning a 22% funding cut for drug and alcohol rehabilitation could see deaths rise and a massive increase in the costs to society. Alcohol and Drug Partnerships have been told…Feb 12, 16 -
The dangers of so-called legal highs
What exactly are legal highs? Officially described as new psychoactive substances (NPS), a legal high is a mood-altering or stimulant substance whose sale is not banned by current legislation. They are made…May 28, 15 -
Combatting Drugs and Alcohol in the Transport Industry
The effects of drugs and alcohol on a driver’s ability are widely documented. There are lots of drink driving campaigns and charities out there that do a very good job of promoting…Apr 23, 15 -
Drug driving legislation – What you need to know
The new drug driving law came into effect on 2nd March 2015 in England and Wales. The new law now means it is an offence to drive with certain drugs above a…Mar 20, 15 -
Drugs temporarily legal in Republic of Ireland for two days due to legal loophole
The Court of Appeal ruled on Tuesday 10th March that part of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977 was unconstitutional and it is therefore not an offence to possess certain drugs. Emergency…Mar 13, 15
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