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28 February 2013
Six years ago, the UK Drug Policy Commission was set up as a time-limited charity to look at the evidence for what works to tackle drug problems. Now, as the UKDPC prepares to finish its work, chief executive, Roger Howard reflects on the work of the UKDPC, on the lessons learnt and what might be next for drug treatment and recovery.
7 December 2012
Six years ago, the UK Drug Policy Commission was set up as a time-limited charity to look at the evidence for what works to tackle drug problems. Now, as the UKDPC prepares to finish its work, chief executive, Roger Howard reflects on the work of the UKDPC, on the lessons learnt and what might be next for drug treatment and recovery.
30 October 2012
DrugScope Chief Executive, Martin Barnes reflects on the recent trends in drug use, addiction and treatment.
28 September 2012
In Nottinghamshire, commissioners have taken a different approach to commissioning self-help services, working with a unique charity with 30 years experience of supporting, promoting and resourcing self-help groups, to explore the development of a Recovery Network.
21 August 2012
The UKRF's Alistair Sinclair explores the importance of visible recovery
28 June 2012
SMMGP's Steve Brinksman takes a look at the role of mutual aid in recovery and asks how primary care professionals can break down the barriers that exist