The Orkney Drugs Dog charity have a new recruit, Keegan, a one-and-a-half-year-old Sprocker.
Welcome, Keegan
Supporting People With Drugs Misuse In Orkney
£288,207 will come from the CORRA Foundation as part of the Scottish Government’s National Drugs Mission
Police Inquiries Concluded
“Despite the swift conclusion of this investigation, we will continue to work with Police Scotland on informative and preventative educational sessions for pupils, staff and parents across secondary schools and departments including Papdale Halls.” James Wylie
Rhoda Grant MSP Criticises Underfunding of Drugs Support Services
Rhoda Grant, Labour MSP for the Highlands and Islands has described the latest figures for drugs deaths in Scotland as ‘devastating’ for individuals and their families.
Cannabis Plants worth £30,000 Seized in Eday Raid
A 57-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with this recovery. He is due at Kirkwall Sheriff Court at a later date.A full report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
New Alcohol and Drug Hub to be Trialled in Orkney
Funded through OADP thanks to additional revenue from the Scottish Government, it is planned to open the premises in the coming weeks
All Together Now: Gathering of Support Services In Orkney
” It is love and mercy that saves people like me”
“People need to have a reason to make behavioural changes.”
A Successful First Year for Orkney Drugs Dog
The first AGM Of Orkney Drugs Dog took place at the Ayre Hotel on Friday.
Drug Related Deaths in Scotland Continue to Rise
“many of the drugs involved in the deaths may be prescribed ones and not all from illegal sources. “
John Finnie Calls For A Radical Overhaul of Drug Misuse Strategy
A new approach has been announced by the Scottish Government for drug and alcohol treatment .
