Drug use declines as seizures reach record – The Guardian

Posted October 31st, 2008 in drug abuse, drug offences, news by sally

“Illicit drug use in Britain is declining, with cannabis use at its lowest level for 10 years and cocaine also down, according to British Crime Survey figures published yesterday. The estimated falls in drug consumption are matched by a 15% rise in seizures of all classes of drugs by the police and customs in England and Wales to 186,028 – a level not seen since 1973.”

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The Guardian, 31st October 2008

Source: www.guardian.co.uk