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Thursday, 20 March 2008 |
The Scottish Government has announced £25m in funding for alcohol screening, treatment and prevention programs as part of its campaign to tackle Scotland’s “complex relationship” with drink.
The money, which forms part of an additional £85m in alcohol funding over three years, represents a £15m increase on the amount allocated for 2007/08 by the previous Executive.
Minister for Public Health Shona Robison said:
“The record funding I am announcing today demonstrates the Scottish Government's clear commitment to address Scotland's complex relationship with alcohol. Far too many Scots are drinking above the recommended amounts on a regular basis - often without realising that they are doing so, and without understanding the impact it is having on their health.
“Today's funding will ensure that people across Scotland have access to advice and support about their drinking and to treatment services where necessary. But Scottish Government action does not stop there. We are currently developing a long term strategic approach to tackling alcohol misuse. We plan to publish our proposals for action before the summer.”
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