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Written question asked by Rachael Maskell (Labour) on Tuesday, 9 January 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 January 2024. It was answered by Chris Philp (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 January 2024 on behalf of the Home Office.

Drugs: Misuse

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of harm reduction units for the use of drug taking in a safe environment.

Answer

The term ‘harm reduction units for the use of drug taking in a safe environment’ refers to what are often more commonly known as Drug Consumption Rooms (DCRs).

The Government does not support DCRs. We have been clear that we have concerns about the potential for these facilities to appear to condone drug use and to encourage the continued illicit supply of drugs. They will not be introduced in England and Wales. While we remain open to considering any new evidence, the evidence available to date has informed the current policy position.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8775
Session
2023-24
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Drugs Misuse
Link
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