Appendix 1 - ADP Annual Report 24-25
Argyll and Bute Council · 19 November 2025
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Report 2024-2025 Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership
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Foreword ................................................................................................................................................................................ 1 Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership (ADP) Overview ................................................................................ 2 Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Strategy Development ............................................................................................... 3 Health Needs Assessment .................................................................................................................................................... 4 Contents MAT Standards ............................................................. 17 MAT Experiential Programme ........................................18 Adult Support and Protection..........................................19 RADAR and LEWS Group .............................................20 Training .................................................................21 Public Health Approach to Justice .................................22 School Support Services, Planet Youth .........................23 Daniel Spargo Mabbs, S2 Health Drama .......................24 ABIs, Scottish Fire Service ............................................ 25 Outrun, Recovery Walk, SDF Training ..............................5 With You in Argyll & Bute .....................................................6 SFAD Whole Family Approach ............................................8 Argyll & Bute Housing ..........................................................9 Lomond and Argyll Advocacy Service .............................. 10 Community Grants ........................................................11 Argyll & Bute CD Team Supporting Recovery ...................15 Residential Rehabilitation / DRDs ..................................... 16
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Foreword Page 1 by Tracey McFall, Independent Chair of Argyll and Bute ADP Tracey McFall, Chair of Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership As I complete my first full year as Independent Chair of the Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership (ADP), I am pleased to introduce this Annual Report. It highlights the breadth and depth of work delivered across the partnership, building on strong foundations and responding to the evolving needs of our communities with compassion, determination, and innovation. Argyll and Bute is a region defined by resilience, collaboration, and care. Our communities and partners have shown remarkable strength in addressing the complex challenges associated with alcohol and drug use. This report reflects our shared commitment to reducing harm, promoting recovery, and ensuring that everyone affected by substance use has access to timely, person-centred support. Over the past year, we have made meaningful progress. We remain firmly aligned with national priorities to reduce drug and alcohol-related harms and improve lives. Locally, we have focused on embedding the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards, strengthening recovery-oriented systems of care, and placing prevention and early intervention at the heart of our approach. Our partnerships have deepened across health and social care, the third sector, and community organisations. I would like to express my sincere thanks to everyone who contributes to the work of the ADP. This year, we were delighted to appoint a permanent ADP Co-ordinator and proud that Argyll and Bute’s ADP Support Team was shortlisted as a finalist for NHS Health Scotland’s Top Team award—recognition of the dedication and impact of our collective efforts. We are acutely aware of the financial pressures facing services and communities. Yet, we also know that through partnership, innovation, and community-led and placed based approaches, we can continue to drive meaningful change. Together, we will keep working towards a safer, healthier Argyll and Bute—where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Tracey McFall Independent Chair Argyll & Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership
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Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership Page 2 Share experiences and learning on alcohol and drug matters in order to support the Argyll and Bute HSCP in effective strategic planning Contribute to relevant local, regional and national consultation responses or events Inform engagement on alcohol and drug matters within their area to assure the community voice is heard Participate in learning opportunities to maximise individual member contributions Contribute to needs assessment processes to better understand local priorities and service delivery Purpose: Adult Protection Argyll & Bute Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service (DARS) Child Protection Community Justice Housing Lets Grow Kids Representation from people with Lived Experience Police Scotland Public Health Specialist Scottish Ambulance Service Scottish Fire and Rescue Third Sector WithYou Argyll and Bute's ADP is made up of a range of partners, including: The ADP is responsible to the Argyll and Bute HSCP and Argyll and Bute Integration Joint Board.
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Page 3 Argyll and Bute Alcohol and Drug Partnership Alcohol and Drug Partnership Strategy Development The ADP undertook a comprehensive approach to developing their 2025-2027 strategy to follow on form the ADP Strategy Refresh (2023). The process was participative, involving partners, wider stakeholders and community members. Much of the partnership’s forward agenda is directed nationally and therefore a desk top exercise of those and local strategies was undertaken. Interviews and meetings were held as well as three interactive workshops on prevention, recovery and justice to ensure local stakeholder voices were heard. The Strategy is due to be implemented in 2025. Interviews with 24 partner representatives and stakeholders 3 interviews with lived experience / frontline staff representatives
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Page 4 Argyll and Bute Health Needs Assessment 114 people participated in focus groups 98 online surveys completed A Health Needs Assessment for Highland ADP and Argyll and Bute ADP was completed which informed the ADP Strategy Renew 2025 - 2027. As well as a wide range of quantitative data, qualitative data was gathered by online surveys and the ADP provided grants to host focus groups. 98 people working or living in Argyll and Bute completed the ADP online survey and 114 took part in focus group discussions ensuring the voices of people affected by alcohol and/or drugs including young people within Argyll and Bute were included. Page 4
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Page 5 Four Newly Trained ABI Trainers Alcohol Screening Interventions (ABIs) a evidence-based early those individuals, ove years who are drinking harmful levels. Orig across Scotland in 200 Board has an ABI Lo Standard (LDP) to rep aim of ABIs is to supp moderate their levels thereby reduce risk of Since 2023, 4 staff successfully completed their training for trainers in ABIs enabling them to deliver training in collaboration with Highland Public Health. The short training course is bookable on Turas. The Public Health Intelligence Team, in collaboration with Midwifery Teams and the Community Link Working Service, has led to an increase in the number of ABIs reported this year. Alcohol Brief Interventions (ABIs) Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) Sold out screening of the film Outrun in Kintyre A sold-out screening of the film Outrun was planned by The Kintyre Recovery group working in partnership with the local cinema. The film, based on real-life events about addiction and recovery stars Oscar nominated actress Saoirse Ronan. The character demonstrates strength and survival, within a story that tells of the challenges of mental health and the restoration of hope in rural Scotland. The event was a celebration of recovery with those attending enjoying mocktails and discussion with the Kintyre Recovery Group members. Recovery Walk October 2024 With You supported attendance at the The National Recovery Walk in Glasgow, where despite challenging weather, over 50 people attended from across Argyll and Bute. The Scottish Drug Forum Addiction Worker Training Programme The ADP were delighted to support this programme again in 2024 – 2025. Two trainees from Argyll and Bute completed their employment training with Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) in March 2025 and a graduation event celebrating their success at the City Chambers in Glasgow. Both have gone on to secure full time employment within Argyll and Bute. Page 5
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With You, Community based alcohol and drug recovery and outreach Page 6 With You in Argyll & Bute With You offers friendly, expert support to individuals seeking to change their alcohol and / or drug use. Rooted in values of respect, dignity, and compassion, the service is tailored to each person’s goals and is available in person, by phone, and online across Argyll & Bute. The team is professionally qualified, registered with the Care Inspectorate, and enriched by members with lived experience of recovery. They also host Scottish Drugs Forum trainees, contributing to workforce development. In partnership with NHS in Argyll & Bute, With You delivers harm reduction services including injecting equipment provision, naloxone distribution, and rapid responses for those at risk. They work closely with wider care and third sector partners to support needs around housing, finances, social isolation and employment. With You also supports individuals through residential rehabilitation- before, during, and after treatment- to improve outcomes. Their team plays a key role in building recovery communities as part of the Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC), with a focus on MAKI, Bute, and Helensburgh.
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With You, Community based alcohol and drug recovery and outreach Page 7 100% of people who responded to With You’s survey strongly agreed that they were treated with compassion, dignity and respect. 95% of people strongly agreed that the support they received met their recovery needs. With You supported 425 people across Argyll & Bute. 62% achieved their personal goals related to alcohol or drug use, with notable improvements in physical health, emotional wellbeing, and meaningful use of time. In Bute, Lochgilphead, and Campbeltown, people in recovery led a vibrant range of activities including: Launch of a Recovery Café Forest bathing, cold water swimming, yoga, arts and crafts Gym and wellness sessions, peer visits, national recovery events Food hygiene training and an art exhibition on Bute The entire team was re-trained to deliver a Recovery Skills course in every locality. Participant feedback highlighted increased recovery knowledge, self-management skills and reduced social isolation. In November 2025, With You celebrated its 20 anniversary and 10 years in Argyll & Bute with a special event in Lochgilphead. Over 75 attendees, including NHS and third sector colleagues, joined the celebration. Personal recovery stories shared on the day were deeply moving and inspirational. th
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Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs- Promoting a Whole Family Approach Page 8 40 families and service providers attended A Whole Family Approach Conference in Inveraray Summer engagement sessions and meetings As part of the ADP’s commitment to the Scottish Governments Framework to Improving holistic family approach and family inclusive practice SFAD were commissioned to support the implementation of this strategy at a local level. Following a series of engagement and awareness raising, a priority plan was produced and a grant fund to support the implementation of these priorities was launched. This work was also instrumental in contributing to the ADP Strategy Renew 2025-2027. Successful support looks like... Successful support feels like... Support is reliable and predictable My concerns matter My voice is heard, and my role is valued
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Page 98 Argyll and Bute Housing ‘Thanks for all the support and information you gave me when I found myself in temporary homeless accommodation you went above and beyond to help me not only with accommodation but with sourcing support services in the area and getting Patrick mental health and addiction nurse to call me in such a short time. I am on my road to recovery and with all support in place I’m sure I can succeed and that’s all thanks to ur kindness and time when others may have overlooked me’ – Service User The Housing Department remain a critical partner with the ADP. Argyll and Bute Housing report that a high number of households identify mental health and/or drug or alcohol issues at time of their homeless presentation and/or during their housing support interview and many have their first contact with services due to homelessness. The Mental Health / Drug and Alcohol Housing Practitioner (MHDAHP) post has been welcomed by services and service users alike supporting the implementation of MAT Standards and working with a wide range of partners to ensure people accessing housing are offered support. While positive health and accommodation outcomes are the key aim of the post achieving this can also result in cost savings for various organisations such as NHS, Ambulance Service, Social Work, Prison Service, Housing Providers and Council Homeless Services. One of the main reasons for the effectiveness of the post is the support implemented to access specialist services.
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Lomond and Argyll Advocacy Service providing the Recovery Advocacy Project (RAP) Independent Advocacy Page 10 Engagement with around 40 people on the Charter of Rights from communities in Kintyre, and Cowal & Bute to raise awareness and seek their views on the charter. An exciting part of the work has been assisting in developing The Charter of Rights for People in Recovery in Scotland which was launched in December 2025, placing human dignity and rights at the heart of responses to substance use. The Charter aims to reduce stigma, promote dignity, and ensure equitable access to support and services, shifting the focus from punishment to health and inclusion. Lomond and Argyll Advocacy Service (LAAS) have been instrumental in developing these rights and raising awareness of them to the team and people they work with. This year the ADP commissioned LAAS to extend their service in Oban and Mid Argyll, and continue provision in Dunoon. Working with the Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service (DARS) has resulted in shadowing nurses, being present at clinics and raising awareness on the role they can support clients, this has been very useful to newly appointed advocates in Mid Argyll and Oban. Advocates work closely with third sector providers ensuring services are well known and clear referral pathways are in place. Referrals are being made and people are being supported to meet with Housing and Welfare services . The advocates work to create a positive image of recovery and reduce stigma. Due to a rise in parents seeking help to attend Child Protection meetings and gain access to support services, LAAS have been developing team skills and accessing learning. 25 people attended Self Advocacy Skills Learning - positive feedback from individuals and services 9 LAAS staff trained in Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention LAAS presented the success of their RAP project at a national MAT Standards forum and Health Improvement Scotland Learning Sessions.
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Carrgom have reported the ADP grant funding for wellbeing and support services having had a profound and positive impact on participants' mental health and overall quality of life. Community Grants Page 11 Many service users have expressed that their participation in these programs significantly aided them in managing stress, improving physical fitness, and enhancing mental clarity. Feedback from staff and service users: “Having access to the gym has been a great change. It has given me a healthy outlet to deal with stress and stay active, which has been essential for my mental health and recovery. I feel stronger and more positive about the future.” Cinema trip - “All who attended expressed thanks for the opportunity to get out the house, speak with other people and got to the movies as this is a treat they cannot afford on benefits.” The wide range of supports and activities that have been enjoyed by service users include; a trip to Go Ape and the cinema, helping with travel, provision of baking classes and the provision of complementary therapies. Gym memberships continue to be the most popular service, contributing to both physical and mental health benefits for users. MacTaggart Youth and Communities Outreach Service (MYCOS) Men’s Club has 20 members, providing local men with a space to gather and take part in activities or just socialise. Many go onto volunteering in areas such as building maintenance at MYCOS. MYCOs Youth Drop Ins provide a safe and welcoming environment for up to 15 young people attending at any given session. Police often attend, building relations over a game of pool and chatting to young people. One Young Person achieved his Saltire Award for volunteering at the sessions.
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STREETMAYDS Aimed to engage young people through detached youth work in rural areas with limited amenities. Community Grants Page 12 Mid Argyll Youth Development Support (MAYDS) provide free weekly boys and girls swimming sessions. The sessions, supported by MAYDs staff are well used with up to 40 young people attending any given session. STREETMAYDS have continued their outreach on weekends and at high-risk local events such as Gala Day and Bonfire Night which has resulted in up to 35 young people attending their youth drop in. They’ve collaborated with the police for joint prevention work and engaged with stakeholders and parents to provide information and discuss concerns. Operating in Mid Argyll, Tarbert and Islay, Youth Workers provided support, safety and alternatives to street drinking. The initiative aims to: Equip young people to make positive choices. Increase awareness of substance use and harm reduction. Strengthen community connections and identify safe spaces. Ensure access to trusted adults.
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Community Grants Page 13 HOPE Kitchen in Oban This year saw the successful opening of the community charity shop with a brand new volunteer team from a variety of different backgrounds, ages and life experiences. HOPE Kitchen have been amazed at the way volunteers quickly become very reliable and great at communicating. The shop is a very organised and well run project fostering safety and structure for those involved. Lorn and Oban Healthy Options A newly implemented triage system offers faster access, more time and greater support for clients struggling to establish, access and embed positive self-management coping strategies for health and wellbeing when living with substance use issues. The Outcomes Star measure used by those completing the programme reports a significant improvement in participants “feeling positive”. Awareness sessions have also resulted in positive changes in drinking habits. HubGrub Dunoon The funding has enabled the premises to open for an extra day each week and supply craft equipment and computers and wifi enabling DWP and Citizens Advice Centre to provide better and more timely information to our clients. Tarbert Youth Group Diversionary activities have been delivered, enabling young people to partake in life skills, arts and crafts, music and dance, littler picking, alcohol awareness and chilling out sessions. The introduction of intergenerational with the Youth Group and Soup Group has helped to bridge gaps and educate each generation on alcohol and drugs.
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Community Grants Page 14 Oban Youth Café (OYC) OYC is available for 16 – 25 year olds, running a free drop-in service for that age group every Thursday 1pm-3pm, providing them with a safe space to talk and get support on a wide range of areas in their life. Young people have received help with organising utility bills, accessing a passport and household items. Sports equipment was also purchased this year to enable engagement in physical activity. Hebridean Pursuits Outdoor Learning Hebridean Pursuits provided outdoor activity sessions for young people engaging groups from Blue Triangle, Oban High School and Tiree High School. Despite some cancellations and referral challenges, 37 participants took part in a range of water and outdoor activities, with feedback showing improvements in confidence, outdoor engagement, and self-care. The young people bonded as a group- creating important peer relationships but also bonding between staff and students. Pupils, including those with ADHD, demonstrated enhanced teamwork and communication, while Blue Triangle clients overcame significant personal barriers to participate. As a result of the funding, Hebridean Pursuits plan to continue working with Blue Triangle and new partners like With You.
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The ADP were delighted to build a stronger relationship with CD developing a cohesive strategy for enhancing recovery support in Argyll and Bute through community-led planning, partnership development, inclusion of lived experience, sustainable funding and staffing models. The Argyll and Bute Community Development (CD) Team supporting Recovery Page 15 CD, working closely with Scottish Recovery Consortium and the ADP Support Team provided support to the recovery communities within Dunoon and Helensburgh on their workplans and processes, building relationships which can strengthened, expanding networks and identifying specific projects to be developed and delivered in the future. Strengthening collaboration across sectors, CD hosted the Argyll and Bute wide Recovery Practitioner Forum with recovery communities and service providers to identify key areas of focus and build on plans to improve the voices of people with lived experience. A series of meetings with stakeholders identified key priority areas to develop locally which will be progressed over the next 2 to 3 years. A test of change was initiated in the Oban area to improve support for people affected by alcohol and through collaborative, consensus-driven approaches. Oban Test of Change
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Page 16 Residential Rehabilitation 21 people were supported through Residential Rehabilitation The multi-agency Residential Rehabilitation Group continues to meet monthly to review applications for Residential Rehabilitation. Members of the group have also started a tour of residential rehabilitation establishments, continue to engage in the support from Health Improvement Scotland and have made improvements to their meetings and processes. Drug Related Death Reviews (DRD) The Terms of Reference and DRD pathway for the DRD Review Group have been updated, incorporating key changes and ongoing developments to strengthen learning, oversight, and communication. An Interim Chair was appointed, and monthly meetings have been held consistently throughout the year.
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Naloxone Page 17 Developing Recovery Orientated Systems of Care Medically Assisted Treatment Standards Overall, the results from our MAT Standards reporting are very favourable and serve to demonstrate year on year sustained improvements in standards of care. This is a reflection of the consistent levels of innovation, hard work and sharing of good practice by local teams. We moved from provisional green to green in three standards. Following the development of the MAT 8 Leaflet and Pathway diagram a “Meet The MAT 8 Team” webinar was held in June and attended by 11 members of the wider workforce who were interested in learning more about MAT Standards. The Public Health Scotland Report provides an assessment of MAT Standards across all 29 ADPs National Benchmarking Report MAT 2024-2025.
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MAT Experiential Programme Page 18 13 Staff provided insight into their experiences of the services 42 people accessing treatment / support informed us of their experiences of service and support 76% of people with experience of drug and alcohol services said they had a positive or very positive relationship with their worker Scottish Drugs Forum were commissioned to deliver interviews and provide data analysis for the MAT Experiential Programme. The completed reports were submitted to Scottish Government to demonstrate the experience from those who are in receipt of MAT services, their families and staff delivering the services. A detailed local analysis of the 2024 to 2025 experiential data is being undertaken to help inform action planning and priority areas. In addition to those interviewed expressing how good their relationship was with their workers, a few people mentioned staff going above and beyond to help. The majority of people attributed retention in treatment to their improved stability, reduced substance use and improved wellbeing.
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Revised practical guide ‘Understanding Adult Support and Protection Procedure in Argyll and Bute’. Delivery of level 1 ASP Awareness sessions were available, some bespoke sessions for specific staff groups and ‘bitesize’ ASP process training sessions Adult Support and Protection (ASP) Page 19 Launch of the Care Inspectorate Adult Protection Quality Improvement Framework (QIF) Over the year there have been 1017 Adult Support and Protection (ASP) Referrals, including both Vulnerable Person and Adult at Risk, equating to 12 referrals per 1000 population and a slight increase were actioned as formal adult protection inquiries. The ASP work closely with a wide range of partners including LAAS with their role in advocacy and case conferences and Child Protection, particularly in supporting young people. The Lead Officer’s membership of the Alcohol and Drug Partnership and the Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership remains essential in understanding where ASP has a role in working with these collective organisations.
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Local Early Warnings Group / Rapid Action Drug Alerts and Response (RADAR) Page 20 All ADPs are requested to have a Local Early Warnings Group. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) defines a drugs early warning system as ‘a multidisciplinary, inter-institutional network which enables information exchange among key actors, which are directly or indirectly involved in the field of drugs. The Argyll and Bute LEWs Group meets monthly, providing an exchange of information between partners and taking action to prevent drug harms and aiming to identify early drugs that pose a potential threat to public health. Anyone can register for free with RADAR to receive information and submit reports regarding drugs locally. How can I get involved? - Rapid Action Drug Alerts and Response (RADAR) - Surveillance - Drugs - Improving Scotland's health - Population health - Public Health Scotland The Local RADAR Group funded the purchase of two educational Drug Boxes for use by Police colleagues engaging in educational work in schools with young people. The Drug Boxes are an invaluable resource in drug awareness training and education.
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spent on Residential Rehabilitation 2023-24 £105,554 Training Page 21 Data Systems Training was delivered to 8 staff to use the national Drug and Alcohol Information System (DAISy) to support service delivery, improvement, and planning both locally and nationally. Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) CRAFT was commissioned as part of the ADPs commitment to The Whole Family Approach. The two day course takes participants through a programme that helps family members affected by someone else’s alcohol or drug use to improve communication, reduce stress, and enhance self-worth. Key areas of learning with time allocated for skills practice and role play scenarios include: An exploration of the rational and evidence base for working with concerned significant others (CSO), Building rapport with the Family member / significant other, Functional Analysis of drinking and using behaviours. The role of positive communication in the CRAFT approach, The role of positive reinforcement in the CRAFT approach. Enriching the lives of the CSO & the family unit. Empowering loved ones to enter treatment. 20 individuals living or working in Argyll & Bute were trained as CRAFT Practitioners Prescriber Training The ADP commissioned the Scottish Drugs Forum to provide three online lunchtime CPD sessions on Gabapentin, Benzodiazepines and Ketamine were held in February and March and offered to GPs and other prescribers in. The sessions provided insight into emerging drug trends, how to identify the physical and psychological effects and recognise the wider impact of drug use. 22 practitioners completed training provided by The Scottish Drugs Forum
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Page 22 A Public Health Approach to Justice On behalf of the Community Justice Partnership, the Community Justice Coordinator continued to work closely with ADPST, Statutory and Third Sector Addictions Managers to align, rationalise and improve our understanding of joint priorities. This expanded across a number of ADP sub-groups including; Residential Rehab, Drug Death Reviews, RADAR, MAT Standards Sub-Group and ADP Strategy Steering Group. A key leads group will be established during 2025-26 following on from the work to develop the new strategy to take forward jointly agreed actions across the Community Justice Pathways. The ADP committed £15k to support activities to achieve progress within the jointly agreed actions: Point of Arrest: Refer to Priority Action 2, Police Scotland will lead this local group. Baselining current practice to identify improvements will be the focus. Through Prosecution (including Diversion & Bail): Baselining current practice to identify improvement At Court: Gaps identified during 2024-25 were focused on those who were not subject to Justice Social Work orders. The potential for increased engagement activity on the days the Courts sit (Oban, Campbeltown and Dunoon), in collaboration with our local Third Sector organisation With You, will be explored during 2025-26. Community Orders: Baselining current practice to identify improvements. Release from Prison: Scottish Prison Service scheduled liberations notifications are shared with Argyll and Bute Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service (DARS). During 2024-25, DARS Substance Liaison Nurse based in the DARS Response Team implemented improved practice changes. This resulted in practice and communication improvements internally and with Scottish Prison Service, to strengthen support to people being liberated from prison. The ‘Single Point of Contact’ ensures that the information for prison liberations is sent to the relevant prescriber for seamless continuation of the patient’s Opioid Replacement Therapy prescription when they are liberated. Close links with the prison / admin staff have resulted in issues being dealt with swiftly on liberation.
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Page 23 Prevention School Support Services Following a review of the provision of school support services in 2023, a new specification ensuring service providers delivering to all secondary schools was implemented in August ensuring equitable access and alignment with The Exchange Counselling Service. The services compliment existing provision and ensure support throughout the year. Planet Youth Education continues to collaborate with Health Improvement to expand the Planet Youth approach. ADP has funded participation for five secondary schools, focusing on community-based substance use prevention and has committed funding for the Icelandic prevention model for a further two years. Planet Youth awareness has been raised through staff training (Health & Wellbeing Secondary Leads Group) and outreach via Parent Councils. Over 75 families attended community events in Dunoon and Lochgilphead to learn about Planet Youth. More than 60 local partners showcased diversionary opportunities and support available for young people. Some local coalition groups will be able to compare data from previous years annual surveys and provide a broader picture of growing up in these communities. More information can be found in the Public Health Annual Report
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Page 24 Prevention Two ‘I Love You, Mum- I Promise I Won’t Die’ Drama Productions were held in Helensburgh and Oban Daniel Spargo Mabbs (DSM) Productions This verbatim play tells the true story of 17-year-old Daniel Spargo-Mabbs, who tragically died after taking MDMA on a night out with friends. It is told through the words of Daniel's family and friends to help others learn and make safer choices. All community members in Argyll and Bute were welcomed and encouraged to attend this production. Both performances were fully booked (90 spaces in total) however; there was a total of 37 attendees (22 in Helensburgh and 15 in Oban). There was audience representation from Police Scotland, Education, NHS, Council, Third Sector and pupils who were accompanied by their parents. S2 Health Drama Programme The ADP continue to support the Health Drama Programme which engages pupils across eight of the secondary schools across Argyll and Bute. This year the drama was delivered to S2 and S3 following feedback from service and pupils. This meant it was a busier than normal timetable, however the feedback was positive and the S2’s engaged well with the performance. More information can be found in the Public Health Annual Report.
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Page 25 Prevention The group developed an action plan which includes developing pathways and raising awareness about MAT 8. A leaflet explaining the services in Argyll and Bute in relation to MAT 8 and a pathways diagram was produced for distribution in 2024 and further engagement activities are planned for 2024. Alcohol Brief Interventions (ABIs) ABI is the delivery of 'simple brief advice' which follows identification of how much alcohol someone is drinking and problems they may be experiencing. ABIs are often delivered by non-alcohol specialists and has been shown to be effective in helping people to reduce their alcohol health risk. Working on the Argyll and Bute ABI Action Plan has been ongoing. Delivery of ABIs has been incorporated into some of the existing work carried out by partners and workforce. We have continued to support the delivery of this work and have adapted the data collection form to include more of the services for Argyll and Bute. More training dates are planned for 2025. Scottish Fire Service Alcohol and drug Hoarding Awareness Sessions The Scottish Fire Service (SFS) remain a very valuable partner hosting the quarterly Oban, Lorn and Isles Alcohol and Drug Forum and working with the council and West High Housing Association on prevention. Activities include awareness sessions on alcohol and drug hoarding during Hoarding Awareness Week. Working with a wide range of partners such as North Argyll Carers and Home Start Lorn the SFS carry out Home Fire Safety Visits, visits to sheltered and independent housing accommodation to help keep people safe and access support. Alcohol and Drug Hoarding Awareness Sessions
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