Four people from Wrexham have received recognition in the King’s New Year Honours 2026. Among them is a recovery advocate King’s Honours recipient whose remarkable journey demonstrates the transformative power of overcoming addiction. Marcus Fair: From Addiction to Advocacy Marcus Fair has received an MBE for his work in addiction recovery, tackling homelessness, and supporting...
The UK government has launched a comprehensive consultation to dramatically expand naloxone access expansion across the country, potentially saving hundreds of lives from opioid overdoses. The 10-week consultation, announced on 29th December 2025, forms part of a record £3.4 billion investment in drug and alcohol services over the next three years. Understanding the Crisis Drug-related...
Cryptomarket drug sales have surged dramatically over the past year, with dark web listings jumping from 27,630 to 39,288 between October 2024 and September 2025. This represents a 42% increase in available drugs sold through anonymous online marketplaces, according to new data from Drug Trends monitoring research. Cannabis dominated cryptomarket drug sales throughout the monitoring...
It is estimated that by 2030 tobacco use will be responsible for 8 million deaths per year. Eighty percent of these deaths will occur in low and middle-income countries where nearly two thirds of the world’s smokers live. In Vietnam, 45% of adult men are current smokers, a prevalence that is the second highest among...
Methamphetamine remains one of the most destructive substances affecting communities worldwide. Often called meth, ice, speed, or crystal, this highly addictive stimulant can be smoked, injected, snorted, swallowed, or administered rectally. Understanding methamphetamine use disorder is crucial for families, educators, and communities working to support those struggling with addiction. In 2023, approximately 2.6 million people...
A Freedom of Information request has revealed the comprehensive nature of the Scottish Government’s alcohol-free workplace policy. The policy takes a notably strict stance on drinking during work hours. It also prioritises employee support and wellbeing. Zero Tolerance During Working Hours The Scottish Government’s alcohol-free workplace approach leaves no room for ambiguity. Staff members cannot...
A groundbreaking study from McGill University has revealed alarming connections between early cannabis use and severe long-term health consequences, with researchers documenting substantially elevated risks for both mental and physical health problems amongst young users. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, examined the relationship between the age at which individuals begin using marijuana and...
Cornwall’s only dedicated residential treatment centre for drug and alcohol dependency has reached a significant milestone, celebrating 30 years of transforming lives across the region. Lord Lieutenant Opens Anniversary Celebrations To mark this achievement, Bosence, located near Townshend, hosted two days of celebrations. Significantly, the Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall, Colonel Edward Bolitho, who has served...
In a groundbreaking shift that reflects changing attitudes towards drinking, non-alcoholic Guinness overtakes its traditional counterpart for the first time in the brand’s history, according to new data from online retailer Ocado. The remarkable milestone shows that 53 per cent of all Guinness deliveries across the UK now consist of Guinness 0.0, the zero per...
Jessica Simpson has reached a remarkable milestone, celebrating eight years of living without alcohol with an inspiring message about personal transformation and rediscovery. A Powerful Instagram Reflection The 45-year-old singer and fashion entrepreneur took to Instagram this week to share a deeply personal reflection on how her life has changed since beginning the Jessica Simpson...