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The Limerick Gardaí has expressed concerns over a rise in drug-driving, with one in seven roadside tests coming back positive. The city’s road policing unit – which carries out roadside drug testing for illicit substances including opiates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, and cannabis – reported that a growing number of motorists are testing positive for narcotics. Drug-driving is […]
Drug and alcohol testing for logistics companies in Ireland
As Christmas approaches, many logistics companies across Ireland are starting to think about drug and alcohol testing programmes. For firms offering transport, haulage and other distribution services, Christmas 2021 promises to be a particularly busy one. Coupled with increases in binge drinking across Ireland and the social pressures of the festive period, now is the […]
Women face obstacles when accessing drug and alcohol treatment in Ireland
It is well documented that women face significant barriers when attempting to access treatment services for drugs and alcohol. The experiences of Irish women tell a similar story. Despite the rising number of women reporting drug and alcohol use in Ireland, they are less likely to attend drug and alcohol treatment services than men. Earlier […]
Dublin’s drug problems continue with crack cocaine and heroin use rife
According to the latest figures from the Health Research Board (HRB), the number of people entering treatment for crack cocaine use has increased by 400% in the last six years. In 2014, 84 people in Ireland entered drug treatment for crack cocaine use. In 2020, that figure rose to 414. The number of women reporting […]
New initiative will see the Garda undergo random drug testing
One in 20 gardaí will undergo random, annual drug testing as part of a new drive against substance abuse within the force. In June, it was announced that a newly formed Anti-Corruption Unit, which comprises 26 gardaí, will focus its efforts on drug use within the Garda as well as issues around professional boundaries. Last […]
Ireland’s cocaine use has doubled since 2003, new data shows
New data from the Health Research Board (HRB) has found that cocaine use in Ireland has doubled since 2003, with more men aged between 25 and 34 using the drug than ever before. Findings from the National Drug and Alcohol Survey 2019-20 also show increased use of illegal stimulants and continued high levels of binge […]
Ballymun sees surge in drug dealing and crack cocaine use, new report finds
A recent report commissioned by Dublin City Council suggests that Ballymun in north Dublin is experiencing a “surge” in crack cocaine use, drug dealing and youth crime. The number of drug offences in the former high-rise area has doubled over the past four years. Senior gardaí who contributed to the report stated that open drug […]
Drugs are Irish racing’s number one problem
Jim Bolger, one of the most prominent trainers in the country, has said that drugs are Irish racing’s number one problem. In an interview, the County Kilkenny-based racehorse trainer and breeder further maintained that he doesn’t believe a level playing field exists in the sport. Bolger also said he was concerned with the “lack of […]
No criminal record for personal use cannabis
People found to be in possession of cannabis for personal use can avoid a criminal conviction if they admit the offence and accept a caution, Garda has announced. The offence is one of four to have been approved and added to the Adult Cautioning Scheme (ACS) by the Director of Public Prosecutions. The scheme allows […]
Could random drug tests tackle Galway’s cocaine problem?
The Joint Policing Committee (JPC)’s Crime Prevention and Personal Safety subcommittee has recommended that Galway County Council and local gardaí examine the possibility of introducing random drug tests in schools. The suggestion was made after hearing evidence from a Health Service Executive (HSE) clinical specialist in addiction. Joe Treacy described the drug problem in Galway […]