National Records of Scotland data released today shows that there were sadly 92 drug-related deaths in Edinburgh in 2024. While it is positive that the change in the number of deaths that year was downwards, each individual death is a tragedy for the individuals, families, friends and communities affected. Edinburgh has a large number of […]
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Edinburgh Integration Joint Board consider Edinburgh Safer Drugs Consumption Facility
Edinburgh Integration Joint Board on Tuesday, 26th August, 2025 included discussion of the progress of the project responding to the Edinburgh Safer Drug Consumption Facility Feasibility Study. The paper under discussion can be found here and the papers and record of the meeting can be found here
Overdose Awareness Day Memorial at The Band Stand Saughton Park 31st August at 10.30am
Come along to Saughton Park on Sunday 31st August for a day of remembrance and support hosted by Rainbow Recovery. The memorial service starts at 10:30am, to honour those we’ve lost to overdose and substance use. 💜 After that, there’ll be a “Hope & Help” session — a chance to connect, get Naloxone training, and […]
ARC2.0 app now available
Addiction Recovery Companion – ARC2.0 app The ARC Edinburgh app provides information on services and meetings throughout the city (and online) as well as tools to help people find and grow their recovery. Benefits: Personalised homepage shows upcoming calendar events, nearby meetings and your progress. Easily access details of council support services, local recovery events, […]
Drug Related Deaths in Edinburgh 2021
Sadly, National Registry of Scotland figures released today indicate that there were 109 drug-related deaths in Edinburgh in 2021. This is an increase on previous years and the highest ever recorded in Edinburgh. The numbers reflect 109 tragedies for individuals, families and our community. This is part of a rising trend in Edinburgh and Scotland […]
