Despite falling levels of use the UK still has relatively high rates of drug and alcohol misuse compared to similar countries. This section includes links to the latest research on young people’s drug use and will provide updates on drug prevention policy and services to support young people who misuse drugs or alcohol.
For the latest information and advice on drugs and their effects visit FRANK.
Details of the Department's strategy to reduce under-age drinking and its harmful effects, along with useful links and further guidance.
General article 26 April 2012
Non-statutory advice produced to help answer some of the most common questions raised by school staff on drug-related issues.
Departmental advice 04 February 2013
Details of the Department's strategy to reduce drug misuse and its harmful effects.
General article 26 April 2012
Information about the annual Home Office National Statistics Bulletin, which examines the trends in illicit drug use among 16- to 59-year-olds in England and Wales.
General article 26 April 2012
Information about ‘Smoking, drinking and drug use among young people in England in 2009’, an annual report commissioned by the NHS Information Centre for Health and Social Care, the Home Office and the Department.
General article 26 April 2012
