Social trends reflected in Scotland's drug addiction figures
The number of heroin addicts in Scotland has increased by at least 4,000 over the last five years — and Dundee has the second highest rate of problem drug users in the country. (...)
NHS chief says latest drugs study 'challenges' whole region
A shocking report highlighting the extent of Fife's drugs problem should "challenge" everyone living and working in the region, it has been suggested. (...)
Minister Fergus Ewing claims intervention is key to tackling drug death toll
Early intervention is the key to tackling Scotland's drug death toll, according to community safety minister Fergus Ewing. (...)
Tayside Police chief constable draws link between joblessness and crime
Chief Constable Justine Curran has admitted rising unemployment could have a negative impact on crime in Tayside. (...)