Policy pundit says UK has 'lost the plot' on alcohol

Writing in PPR, the Institute of Public Policy Research's journal, Jasper Gerard has argued that, "When it comes to booze, society seems to have lost its senses," and implies the UK has lost-the-plot on alcohol regulation.

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Posted: 17.04.07

Drug addiction

If you constantly crave something and can’t live without it, you're an addict. Drug addiction can destroy your life, leaving you paranoid and unable to interact with other people.

If you want advice or information about drugs, call The National Drugs Helpline 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 0800 776600.

They can offer confidential counselling to callers with any drug-related problems.

Call Mainliners advice line on 020 758 25226

Lightweight. Boring. Nae fun.

One third of Scots feel peer pressured into drinking more than they want, One fifth of Scots would rather lie than admit to not wanting another drink

Lightweight. Boring. Nae fun. These are just some of the comments you might expect if you turn down a drink in the pub. 'So what?' you might say. I only drink to have fun and I don't let anyone tell me what to do. But peer pressure can have a bigger effect on your drinking than you think.

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Taking Drugs

Taking drugs is a gamble - everybody reacts differently, you can never be sure of how a drug may harm you.

All classified drugs are illegal. The Misuse of Drugs Act categorises drugs as A, B or C. People caught using, selling or giving away Class A or B drugs face severe penalties from a criminal record to life imprisonment.

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Posted 22.01.07

Re-Rewind

Some hangovers can turn you into a physical and mental wreck – and sadly there's no magic 'undo' button. Forewarned is forearmed.

.. if only you could. We all know that morning-after feeling, but what about serious downers that you just can't handle? Our guide's here to help you cope.

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Posted 22.01.07