Training & Events

A new study reports that additional funding and resources in specialist alcohol treatment services has had a number of positive impacts for dependent drinkers in Scotland. Participants reported that increased capacity has led to more people being supported and more effective treatment with an increased understanding of the importance of recovery and preventative work.  A wide range of other developments were reported during the research including convergence with drug treatment services and the increasing role of peer-led recovery services.

Investment Making a Positive Impact

FRANK is the national drugs information and advice service provided by the Department of Health, the Home Office and the Department for Education. FRANK provides a universally accessible service for anyone wanting help, information or advice about any aspect of drugs. It is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The service is free, confidential and operated by fully trained advisers. The service can be accessed through a number of channels including the helpline, the FRANK website, SMS, email and the FRANK BOT (an interactive service delivered). Marketing has successfully raised awareness of the service and established FRANK as the most trusted source of drugs information amongst young people. There are a series of drug awareness campaign posters available from FRANK.