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9th February 2013
Talk to Frank: Do anti-drugs adverts work?
Talk to Frank is the longest running anti-drugs campaign the UK has had. But has it stopped anyone taking drugs?
9th February 2013
Bishop divides opinion on drink
Some of the abuse poured on Des Bishop following the first episode of his latest TV series would lead a lesser man to require the services of a good stiff drink.
7th February 2013
Drugs.ie shortlisted for Samsung Digital Media Awards 2013
The drugs.ie website has been shortlisted for a Samsung Digital Media Awards 2013.
7th February 2013
Ban alcohol sponsorship for sports, say bishops
THE Catholic bishops are backing plans for curbs on alcohol advertising and sponsorship in sport.
6th February 2013
Alcohol causes half of all drug fatalities
Deaths caused by alcohol are increasing and account for nearly half of all drug fatalities, while fatalities from illegal drugs are dropping dramatically.
5th February 2013
Help for families intimidated by dealers
A national Garda system to help families intimidated by dealers over drug debts is due to be launched in the coming months.
4th February 2013
Scientist who made cannabis painkiller will fight conviction
A Forensic scientist who was fined for making cannabis oil to treat his own pain is to bring a legal challenge in the European courts.
4th February 2013
Drug task forces face financial criticism
A Department of Health report has criticised the drug taskforces for demonstrating a lack of financial accountability or a coherent system to monitor performance since their conception 17 years ago.
31st January 2013
Grow Houses: Do you know what your tenants are doing?
PICTURE THE SCENE. You are the owner of an isolated four bedroom bungalow in rural Co Galway and the recession is starting to bite.
31st January 2013
Ireland one of top countries for cocaine use – new report
RELAND is one of the top countries in Europe for cocaine use, a new report shows.

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