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Glasgow Opens £2M Haven to Combat Drug Deaths

1/11/2025

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The Thistle Centre in Glasgow opens its doors on Monday, offering a safe haven for drug users, backed by £2 million a year from the Scottish Government. First Minister John Swinney highlighted its crucial role in combating the alarming rise in drug-related deaths, which reached 1,172 in 2023, by providing essential medical support and recovery services.

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The Thistle Centre in Glasgow opens its doors on Monday, offering a safe haven for drug users, backed by £2 million a year from the Scottish Government. First Minister John Swinney highlighted its crucial role in combating the alarming rise in drug-related deaths, which reached 1,172 in 2023, by providing essential medical support and recovery services.