12th February 2021 Opioid substitution treatment (OST) is a key evidence-based tool used to manage opioid dependence and improve related
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Delicate balance needed to maximise opioid substitution treatment
Author: SDF
09 Feb
‘What’s happening on the streets with benzos?’ – Free e-Learning course aims to upskill workers
9th February 2021 A new, free to access e-learning course on the use of benzodiazepines in Scotland has been launched
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£3 million funding allocated to Alcohol and Drug Partnerships for immediate action
Clarity on additional funding has been provided by the Scottish Government to Alcohol and Drug Partnerships and Health Boards via
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Consultation open for updated Injecting Equipment Provision (IEP) Guidance for Scotland
The Scottish Injecting Equipment Provision (IEP) Guidance for services that provide people who use drugs with harm reduction equipment and
Read More29 Jan
A Slow Train Comin’ – changing attitudes on drug-related deaths
Last week, the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, delivered a statement on drugs policy to the Scottish Parliament where she stated
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Voices of people currently receiving medication for their drug problem sought for national study
27th January 2021 The voices and opinions of people who are receiving medication for their drug problem are being sought
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What was said in the First Minister’s statement for a ‘national mission’ on drug-related deaths?
25th January 2021 In a Ministerial statement on drugs policy to the Scottish Parliament on the 20th of January, the
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£250 million funding pledged to address drugs death emergency in Scotland
21st January 2021 The Scottish Government has pledged an extra £250 million over the next five years to address the
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SDF deliver briefing to MSPs before Ministerial statement on Scottish drugs policy
20th January 2021 Scottish Drugs Forum has designed and delivered a briefing to every MSP ahead of a Ministerial statement
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We’re hiring – Head of Inclusion and Peer Engagement
19th January 2021 A rare opportunity has arisen to join Scottish Drugs Forum in a key management position as our
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