Drug Action Teams

Exist in each local authority area and provide a strategic lead in reducing drug and alcohol misuse. The DAT is responsible for the development of the local drug strategy to tackle the range of social conditions linked to drug misuse.

Further information

Drugs: protecting families and communities - Action plan 2008-2011 (pdf) aims to restrict the supply of illegal drugs and reduce the demand for them. In particular it focuses on protecting families and strengthening communities.

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