Edinburgh council social work department has been awarded an additional £1.2 million over two years from the Scottish executive to increase rehabilitation services for drug users and their families.
Les McEwan, director of social work and chairperson of the multi-agency Drug Action Team (DAT) welcomed the award and said many of the additional services would be commissioned from the voluntary sector. McEwan said: "The plans are wide ranging and include enhanced day care rehabilitation, increased residential rehabilitation, a support service for under 18s and an employment placement support scheme."
In addition, a joint project will be established with Lothian and Borders Police ensuring a fast track to treatment and rehabilitation for those arrested and admitting to serious drug related problems.
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