Abstract / Description of output
In Scotland drug policy and consequently the progress of evidence-based treatment options has been struggling for many years. Political inaction is brought about by a complex chain of legal and operational obstructions with local authorities deferring to national Government which in turn is paralysed by international convention. Scotland represents a case study demonstrating the adverse consequences of management by non medical requirements rather than implementation of a clinically proven progressive policy. The difficulty of translating theory and evidence into practice is acknowledged but suggestions are made for pragmatic and humanitarian initiatives.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 98 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Harm reduction journal |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 29 Aug 2022 |
Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)
- drug policy
- political control
- overdose prevention
- benzodiazepine
- research