Opioid substitution treatment (OST) plays a fundamental role in supporting people to recover from drug dependence. But sustained recovery is hard to achieve when addiction is combined with a lack of personal and social resources. Long-term recovery often needs high-quality … read more
Updated: Updated with the date (5 March 2018) that DVSA traffic examiners will start issuing on-the-spot fines for any drivers’ hours offences committed in the last 28 days. If you drive a lorry, bus or coach, you must follow rules … read more
Updated: Updated story with latest warning. Latest update Forecasts that current cold weather is here to stay for a while, have prompted PHE to urge people to check on older friends, family and neighbours, who may feel isolated. The Met … read more
Scottish Water, supported by the Can Do Innovation Challenge Fund, has up to £450,000 to invest in projects that explore ways of turning high-organic surface waters into drinking water that meets regulations. Sustainable and safe provision of water Scotland has … read more
The Charity Commission says safeguarding should be a priority for all charities, not just those working with groups traditionally considered at risk. It comes as the charity regulator publishes a report showing safeguarding concerns are an increasing feature in its … read more