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Drugs strategy guidance for local delivery partners

15 June 2022

Proposing MP
Kit Malthouse Con
North West Hampshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Minister is announcing guidance for local partners to deliver the UK government's 10-year drugs strategy.

Action Requested

Local authorities, public health services, police forces, prisons, probation services, and other relevant organisations are asked to implement the guidance to reduce drug-related harm through collaborative partnerships. A dedicated funding of nearly £900m was announced in December, bringing total investment to £3 billion over three years.

Key Facts

  • The cost of drugs to society is nearly £20 billion a year in England.
  • Drug use is associated with nearly half of all homicides and acquisitive crimes.
  • Dedicated funding of nearly £900m was announced, bringing total investment to £3 billion over three years across enforcement, treatment and recovery, and demand reduction.
  • A Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) will chair local Combating Drugs Partnerships in each locality and report progress to central government.
  • The guidance is available on gov.uk.
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