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Drugs Misuse and Harm Reduction

National Drugs Strategy

It is Ireland’s strategy to reduce harm and support recovery which is a health led response that sets out the Governments strategy to address the harm caused by substance misuse in our society up to 2025.

Parental Advice

Advice is if you as a parent / guardian have concerns regarding drugs misuse

Drug Related Intimidation

If you or someone you know is experiencing drug-related intimidation, there is help and support available. The Drug Related Intimidation Programme responds to the needs of persons who use drugs and family members experiencing drug related intimidation

Controlled Substances

Controlled drugs include certain tablets and other medicines that can be purchased on prescription. However if a person is in possession of a controlled drug without a prescription for either personal use or to sell or supply they are committing an offence under the Misuse Use of Drugs Act 1977 as amended