Despite the 2010 ban on mephedrone, drug services are seeing increasing numbers of people coming forward to report serious problems with the drug. Mephedrone, known variously as mcat,bubble and fert is a powerful stimulant whose use appeared to dip after being controlled as a…
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Druglink article 2012 – A service by any other name…? by Dave Biddel
There have been a number of articles recently, as well as considerable comment, surrounding the commissioning of drug services resulting in NHS trusts losing contracts. Indeed, the last edition of Druglink added to that list in its attempt to deal with the retendering of services in Manchester.…
Druglink article 2012 – The respect agenda by Blaine Stothard
In the second of his two-part article on Danish drug policy, Blaine Stothard looks at the provision and amenities for active drug users in Copenhagen The respect agenda (PDF)
Druglink article 2012 – Getting better outcomes for drug users by Rosanna O’Connor
Responding to Ira Unell’s article, Rosanna O’Connor emphasises how the TOP helps workers, managers and commissioners deliver effective care plans. Drug treatment in England has undergone a significant shift in recent years to increasingly orientate towards improved outcomes for drug users in treatment. When the treatment…
Druglink article 2012 – TOP of the form by Ira Unell
The controversial Treatment Outcomes Profile (TOP ) form has been in use – and under scrutiny – for five years. Now, TOP has been suggested as a crucial measure for Payment by Results. New research by Ira Unell and colleagues reveals a continuing lack…
Druglink interview 2012 – Duncan Selbie by Harry Shapiro
If it isn’t already, the name Duncan Selbie is set to become very familiar to those of us working in the drug and alcohol sector. The Chief Executive of Public Health England spoke to Harry Shapiro about his plans. Interview – Duncan Selbie…
Druglink article 2002 – Stand and deliver by Peter McDermott
Unlike some progressives in the drugs field, I’m a big fan of the NTA… Stand and deliver (PDF)
Druglink article 2002 – Kicking the habit: moving drug treatment into the mainstream by Bill Puddicombe
There is much to admire about those who work in the drug treatment field but lack of interest in the Supporting People programme, says Bill Puddicombe, highlights the continuing tendency for the field to isolate itself. Kicking the habit: moving…
Druglink article 2002 – Setting out the stalls: the new internal health market by Peter Mason
In the first of four articles, Peter Mason looks at the new NHS plan and what this means for drug treatment services. In the spotlight is the NTA and the role it can play in modernisation. He explains the lessons…
Druglink article 2002 – Wrestling with merger: DATs and CDRPs by Jim McManus
Some agencies find it difficult to even speak to one another, let alone work in partnership. It is hardly surprising therefore, observes Jim McManus, that the impetus to merge Crime and Disorder Partnerships with Drug Action Teams evokes emotions from…