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- In 2024, 5,565 drug-related deaths occurred in England and Wales, the eleventh consecutive annual rise.
- Nitazenes deaths rose from 52 to 195 in 2024, underscoring the growing threat of potent synthetic opioids.
- Sir Richard called for more safer drug consumption rooms, citing successful models in other countries.
- The Turning Point charity urged increased naloxone availability and better investment in drug treatment to address the crisis.
