by Annemarie Ward | Sep 20, 2023 | News
Scotland’s drug policy landscape is currently in the spotlight as the government explores the possibility of decriminalisation, drawing inspiration from European countries like Portugal, Germany, and Switzerland. While these European nations are often cited as...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 14, 2023 | News
This is an excellent peice from @DaniGaravelli1. wrote a peice for the guardian here https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/sep/14/scotland-tories-drugs-policy-uk-consumption-room-glasgow-snp I would however like to clarify here that the statement...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 12, 2023 | News
Are you looking for a new challenge and opportunity to make a real difference to peoples lives and communities? We have the following role available – Support and Advocacy Advisor. Advocating for those in addiction in Scotland to ensure that people have choice...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 11, 2023 | News
In the wake of recent budget cuts, concerns have arisen about the potential impact on critical addiction services in Scotland. These concerns are amplified by the proposed allocation of 2.3 million pounds towards establishing Drug Consumption Rooms (DCRs) aimed at...
by Annemarie Ward | Sep 10, 2023 | News
🙏Amid recent developments in Portland and the grave warnings conveyed to Scottish ministers by Commissioner Gonzalez, it becomes all the more vital that we illuminate the shortcomings of Scotland’s existing addiction treatment system. Currently, merely a...