Merseyside DIP Re-presentation Report 2008/09

This report examines which client characteristics are associated with those who re-presented through both DIP and the drug testing data in 08/09 and compares them to those who did not re-present. Findings are presented for Merseyside as a whole and for each D(A)AT individually.

Authors: Kevin Cuddy, Paul Duffy

Published: 17/08/2010

Alcohol Treatment in Cheshire and Merseyside 2008/09

This publication details the results of the tier 3 and 4 (structured) National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) and the tier 2 (non structured) Alcohol Treatment Monitoring System (ATMS) in Cheshire and Merseyside during 2008/09.

Authors: Ellie McCoy, Ayesha Hurst, Adam Mar, Mark Whitfield, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 14/06/2010

Evaluating the Effectiveness of an Assertive Outreach Service for Street Drinkers in Liverpool

Neighbourhood partnership groups for Liverpool city health and neighbourhood management areas, expressed concerns about the apparent increase in chronic street drinking in various areas of the city. Merseyside police have stated that initiatives to date have failed to reduce alcohol consumption or improve access and attendance at appropriate services among this group. Liverpool Primary Care Trust, the Public Health Neighbourhood Manager for City and north Neighbourhood, Joint Agency Groups and the Supporting People Programme commissioned a health orientated outreach service in order to better understand the particular needs of these groups and to provide insight into the kind of interventions which might assist street drinkers in reducing their levels of alcohol consumption and associated problematic behaviours. Reported here is the independent evaluation of the assertive outreach service provided by The Basement.

Authors: Simon Russell

Published: 19/05/2010

Preventing and Reducing Armed Violence: What Works?

A background paper prepared in collaboration with UNDP and WHO for the Oslo Conference on Armed Violence. The paper brings together promising and emerging evidence of what works to prevent interpersonal armed violence (through firearms), primarily in non-conflict situations.

Authors: Mark Bellis, Lisa Jones, Karen Hughes, Sara Hughes

Published: 12/05/2010

Evaluation and review of Tier 4 Alcohol Services in Cumbria and Lancashire

This review and evaluation of current tier 4 alcohol treatment services in Cumbria and Lancashire was commissioned by the Cumbria and Lancashire Alcohol Network (CLAN). The review determined alcohol service provision in the areas within Cumbria and Lancashire using local and national evidence, including the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS). Published here is the Final Report.

Authors: Simon Russell, Ayesha Hurst, Adam Marr,

Published: 11/05/2010

Revisiting the AACCE profile in the North West of England Results from NDTMS in 2008/09

An individual was deemed to be an AACCEr if they stated the use of alcohol, amphetamines, cannabis, cocaine or ecstasy. ‘AACCE’ should be seen as shorthand for non-opiate substance use. One of the central themes of the AACCE hypothesis is that the use of non-opiate substances amongst young people in contact with treatment indicates shifting substance use patterns that will eventually impact on adult services as these individuals mature. This would mean focus on increasing competency in psychosocial approaches within both YP and adult services for those aged 18-30 years.

To gain further knowledge of AACCE clients in treatment, individuals who were identified as AACCErs from the 2007/08 data were matched to the 2008/09 dataset to investigate:

• Whether AACCE clients in 2007/08 returned to treatment in 2008/09.
• If they did return to treatment, did they present with issues surrounding the same substances as 2007/08.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh

Published: 27/04/2010

CUT: A Guide to the Adulterants, Bulking agents and other Contaminants found in illicit drugs

Almost all illicit drugs contain other substances, in addition to the drug itself. CUT looks at different pharmaceutical products, chemicals and even infectious agents that are deliberately and sometimes accidentally added to different drugs. It examines their potential effects on health and the importance of improving knowledge about, and reducing the dangers represented by, such adulterants.

Authors: Claire Cole, Lisa Jones, James McVeigh, Andrew Kicman, Qutub Syed, Mark Bellis

Published: 22/04/2010

Merseyside DIP Demographics Report 08/09

This report outlines the key demographic trends for clients assessed and transferred into DIP over the three year period between 06/07 & 08/09. There is a section for each of the areas and then a section comparing across Merseyside.

Authors: Kevin Cuddy, Paul Duffy

Published: 16/04/2010

Powder Cocaine & Problematic Drug Users: A comparative study of the characteristics of DIP clients in Merseyside (April 08 – March 09)

This report examines the characteristics of the DIP clients from the two drug groups who were assessed by DIP in Merseyside in 08/09. Findings are presented for Merseyside as a whole and for each D(A)AT individually.

Authors: Petra Howarth, Paul Duffy

Published: 16/04/2010

Drug and alcohol treatment in the North West of England 2008/09

This publication Drug and alcohol treatment in the North West of England 2008/09 details the results of the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) in the North West of England during 2008/09. The NDTMS was introduced in April 2001 to collect data on all clients in contact with structured treatment services (i.e. high threshold tier 3 and 4 services as defined by the Models of Care, see National Treatment Agency [NTA] 2002). To take into account the recent developments in NDTMS monitoring and reporting, this report provides an overview of the NDTMS data for the region and has been divided into the following sections:

• Problematic Drug Users (PDU) and all drug users (aged over 18) in effective structured drug treatment
• Individuals in contact with structured drug treatment
• Young People (under 18) in contact with structured drug and alcohol treatment
• Individuals in contact with structured alcohol treatment.

The report also provides comparisons to previous years; 2003/04, 2005/06, 2006/07 and 2007/08. It offers supplementary detailed information to build on the national figures quoted by the National Drug Evidence Centre (NDEC) and the NTA. The report only includes data for those individuals resident within the region who were in contact with treatment services within the North West.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Adam Marr, Ellie McCoy, Jim McVeigh, Mark A. Bellis

Published: 15/03/2010

UK Drug Situation: UK Focal Point on Drugs 2009 Edition

The United Kingdom (UK) Focal Point on Drugs is based at the Department of Health and the North West Public Health Observatory at the Centre for Public Health, Liverpool John Moores University. It is the national partner of the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) and provides comprehensive information to the Centre on the drug situation in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Authors: Charlotte Davies, Layla English, Alan Lodwick, Jim McVeigh, Mark.A.Bellis

Published: 02/03/2010

Mephedrone – an update on current knowledge

This briefing presents information on the substance Mephedrone (also known as: 4‐MMC, ‘Meow’, ‘M‐Cat’) and other related drugs. This substance has received recent media attention concerning its legality and (largely unconfirmed) speculations around its contribution to the deaths of several young people. Little scientific evidence is available on mephedrone and most information is derived from users themselves or user orientated websites.

Authors: Harry Sumnall

Published: 12/01/2010

Young people and sexual exploitation:an exploration of young people’s workers’ experiences of providing support in Merseyside

This report examines young people’s workers’ experiences of supporting sexually exploited young people in Merseyside.

Authors: Katrina Stredder, Kerry Woolfall, Lorraine Grey, Harry Sumnall

Published: 10/12/2009

Behaviour change training delivered across Cheshire and Merseyside: mapping programmes and exploring processes

This report was commissioned by Cheshire and Merseyside Public Health Network (ChaMPs). It details a mapping exercise of behaviour change training programmes and an exploration of the processes involved in commissioning and delivering these programmes across Cheshire and Merseyside.

Authors: Stredder,K, Sumnall,H, Lyons,M

Published: 06/10/2009

Top tips for commissioners and providers of behaviour change training programmes

This ‘top tips’ document was commissioned by Cheshire and Merseyside Public Health Network (ChaMPs) to support the commissioning and delivery of effective behaviour change training programmes across Cheshire and Merseyside. The document was informed by a mapping exercise of behaviour change training programmes being delivered across Cheshire and Merseyside and an exploration of the processes involved in commissioning and delivering them. It includes, ‘top tips’ for commissioners and providers of behaviour change training programmes; a best practice checklist; and a case study of a strategic and coordinated approach to behaviour change training.

Authors: Stredder,K, Sumnall,H, Lyons,M

Published: 06/10/2009

NDTMS Themed Report - Patterns of mortality amongst individuals in contact with drug treatment services in the North West of England - 5 years of data capture

This report details the causes of death of those identified, via the National Drug TreatmentMonitoring System(NDTMS), as having died whilst in contact with structured drug treatment services in the North West of England between 2003/04-2007/08. The identification of the causes ofmortality of those in treatment over five years has provided a rich source of information on the causes of death, both drug and non drug related.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Caryl Beynon, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh

Published: 12/06/2009

AACCE (non-opiate) substance use in the North West of England

This report details the demographic profile, referral sources in, and the exit status upon leaving, of those individuals in contact with structured treatment stating non-opiate substance use, incorporating Alcohol Amphetamines, Cannabis, Cocaine and Ecstasy (AACCE). Analysis was conducted to compare this AACCE group to those in treatment who have entered due to opiate use to determine whether AACCE clients are a distinct group when compared to opiate users, who constitute the majority of those in structured drug treatment. This themed report attempts to evidence the scale and pace of change in presentations to Tier 3 and 4 services in the North West.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Howard Parker, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh

Published: 10/06/2009

Indications of Public Health in the English Regions 10: Drug Use Executive Summary

This tenth in a series of national reports produced for the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) by the Association of Public Health Observatories (APHO) is on drug use. The report contains 46 different indicators of drug use relating to the individual, community and population across all nine English regions; with additional analysis of sub-regional inequalities where possible.

Authors: Claire Shaw, Ayesha Hurst, Jim McVeigh, Mark A. Bellis

Published: 10/06/2009

Indications of Public Health in the English Regions 10: Drug Use

This tenth in a series of national reports produced for the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) by the Association of Public Health Observatories (APHO) is on drug use. The report contains 46 different indicators of drug use relating to the individual, community and population across all nine English regions; with additional analysis of sub-regional inequalities where possible.

Authors: Claire Shaw, Ayesha Hurst, Jim McVeigh, Mark A. Bellis,

Published: 10/06/2009

Evaluation of Phase Two of the Liverpool Peer to Peer Project - May 2009

It has been demonstrated that injecting drug users are initiated into injecting by their peers and that promoting health initiatives to socially marginalised groups demands creative approaches. Peer led approaches are both innovative and creative in their philosophy and practice and evidence suggests that peer educators are considered a reliable and trustworthy source. The Peer to Peer Project (P2P) was originally developed by Lighthouse Project (LHP) in 2006, to deliver a programme of training modules to past and current drug users in Liverpool and Sefton, with the main aims of challenging misinformation, increasing knowledge of safe drug using practices and encouraging the dissemination of this information throughout substance using communities. In 2008, LHP received funding to facilitate Phase Two of the P2P Project, consisting of two simultaneous programmes in Liverpool, which ran from September 2008 until May 2009. In response to the evaluation recommendations of Phase One, training delivery consisted of two parts; the first replicated the original P2P format of six weekly structured peer education sessions; while the second, a course of eight training and reflection sessions, provided emphasis on personal and professional development. This report presents the evaluation findings of Phase Two of the P2P Project.

Authors: Simon Russell, Claire Shaw, Jim McVeigh,

Published: 09/06/2009

Interpersonal violence and illicit drugs

This fact sheet explores the associations between illicit drug use interpersonal violence, the extent and impacts of drug-related violence, risk factors for victims and perpetrators, effective prevention measures and the role of public health in prevention.

Authors: Amanda Atkinson, Zara Anderson, Karen Hughes, Mark A Bellis, Harry Sumnall, Qutub Syed

Published: 05/06/2009

Evaluation of the the Independence Initiative 1-2-1 Detox programme pilot

The 1-2-1 Detox is a detoxification programme provided on a supported one-to-one basis where clients undertake opiate detoxification with 24 hour support and supervision. This report evaluated the effectiveness of 1-2-1 Detox as an alternative to conventional models of detoxification and assessed the treatment outcomes for those who engaged with the detoxification programme.

Authors: Shaw

Published: 01/04/2009

Alcohol Treatment in Cheshire and Merseyside 2007/08

This publication details the results from the Alcohol Treatment Monitoring System (ATMS) in Cheshire and Merseyside during 2007/08. The report provides information on the number and profile of individuals in contact with specialist alcohol treatment in Cheshire and Merseyside during 2007/08.

Authors: Ellie McCoy, Jim McVeigh, Kazem Khundakar, Ayesha Hurst, Mark A. Bellis

Published: 26/02/2009

Evaluation of Liverpool’s Criminal Justice Alcohol Treatment Pilot: Final Report

This final report presents the findings of an evaluation of Liverpool’s Criminal Justice Alcohol Treatment Pilot, commissioned by Liverpool DAAT. The pilot encompassed the Alcohol Treatment Requirement (ATR), a court mandated requirement to attend alcohol treatment and the Alcohol Treatment Programme (ATP), a voluntary programme for offenders contacted through alcohol arrest referral or on non-ATR Probation supervision.

Authors: Helen Baldwin, Ellie McCoy, Paul Duffy,

Published: 01/02/2009

United Kingdom Focal Point Report 2008

The report provides a summary of published information on the drug situation in the UK from the previous 12 months. In particular it provides a discussion of the main trends and a description of the responses to the situation. It covers national policies on drugs, prevalence, prevention, problem drug use, drug-related treatment, health correlates and consequences, social correlates and consequences and drug markets. In addition, a selected issue is chosen for in-depth consideration each year. This year’s topic was Sentencing Statistics. Each EU Member State also produces a similar report each year following a common structure.

Authors: Gail Eaton, Charlotte Davis, Layla English, Alan Lodwick, Jim McVeigh, Mark A. Bellis

Published: 28/12/2008

Addressing the needs of children of substance using parents. An evaluation of Families First's Intensive Intervention

In response to Hidden Harm (ACMD, 2003), the government outlined its commitment to fund research identifying what types of services and interventions work with children of problem drug and alcohol users and their families (DfES, 2005). This evaluation of Families First’s intensive intervention was commissioned by the Department of Health and is in accordance with this objective. Families First is an intensive family intervention which provides advice, social work intervention and support for adults and families on substance use related issues. The study findings aim to add to the UK evidence base and inform the development of future interventions for children affected by parental substance use.

Authors: Kerry Woolfall, Harry Sumnall, Jim McVeigh

Published: 23/12/2008

Preston Nightsafe Conditinal Caution Alcohol Awareness Pilot Project: Outcome Evaluation Final Report September 2008

The Centre for Public Health was commissioned to conduct an evaluation of Preston’s Nightsafe Conditional Caution Alcohol Awareness Project. The outcome evaluation sought to analyse empirical data in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the alcohol brief intervention and therefore the Alcohol Conditional Caution as a whole, primarily in terms of client rehabilitation and re-offending rates. The alcohol brief intervention gave statistical and descriptive information about the social and physiological consequences of excessive alcohol consumption, as well as providing advice on unit intake. Given here are the quantitative outcomes of this evaluation.

Authors: Simon Russell, Paul Duffy

Published: 11/12/2008

Evaluation of Liverpool’s Criminal Justice Alcohol Treatment Pilot: Interim Report

This interim report presents an update on the progress and findings of an evaluation of Liverpool’s Criminal Justice Alcohol Treatment Pilot, commissioned by Liverpool DAAT. The pilot encompassed the Alcohol Treatment Requirement (ATR), a court mandated requirement to attend alcohol treatment and the Alcohol Treatment Programme (ATP), a voluntary programme for offenders contacted through alcohol arrest referral or on non-ATR Probation supervision.

Authors: Ellie McCoy, Helen Baldwin, Paul Duffy,

Published: 01/12/2008

NDTMS Themed Report Parental Status, 2007/08

According to the Hidden Harm report, there are estimated to be 250,000-350,000 children of problem drug users in the UK (ACMD, 2003). Only 37% of fathers and 64% of mothers with a drug problem still have their children living with them. Following the recommendations in the Hidden Harm report, NDTMS has included a parental status field within its core dataset. This report details the parental status of those presenting for structured drug treatment in the North West of England from April 2007. Whilst this report details an approximation of the number of children living with drug users in contact with drug treatment, there are several data issues which may mean the number of children affected by drug use may have been underestimated.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Kerry Woolfall, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh

Published: 17/11/2008

Evaluation of The Rapid Access Homeless Outreach Service

The Rapid Access Homeless Outreach Service is a low threshold service commissioned to engage ‘hard to reach’ substance users in treatment, principally aimed at homeless drug and alcohol users. This report evaluated the effectiveness of the open access service at engaging ‘hard to reach’ substance users in treatment, specifically homeless drug and alcohol users.

Authors: Claire Shaw, Jim McVeigh

Published: 30/10/2008

An exploration of the issues experienced by, and needs of, young people who are homeless or vulnerably housed in Liverpool

This study explored the issues, and needs, of young people (aged under 25 years old) who were homeless, vulnerably housed or exiting care in Liverpool. Issues relating to accommodation, drug and alcohol use, the influence of peers and support from local organisations are examined, and recommendations for responses to the key findings are included.

Authors: Claire Shaw, Katrina Stredder, Kerry Woolfall, Harry Sumnall

Published: 14/10/2008

NDTMS: Drug treatment in the North West of England 2007/08

This publication details the results of the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) in the North West of England during 2007/08. The report provides information on the number, and profile, of individuals in contact with treatment during 2007/08 to provide context for the transitional period at the end of the current drug strategy and for the introduction of the new drug strategy, Drugs: protecting families and communities, the 2008 drug strategy. This report provides an overview of the NDTMS data for the region and also provides some comparisons to previous years; 2003/04, 2005/06 and 2006/07.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 29/09/2008

Merseyside DIP Re-presentation Report April-December 2007

Summarises the rates of re-presentation of clients to custody suite drug testing and DIP teams in Merseyside in part of 07/08. The characteristics of clients who re-present are compared to those of clients who do not.

Authors: Paul Duffy, Lindsay Dewa

Published: 15/09/2008

Merseyside DIP Clients: A comparison of client characteristics for under and over 25 year olds

A comparison of client characteristics for under and over 25 year olds – This report highlights the substantial differences in characteristics between under and over 25 year olds assessed by DIP teams in Merseyside. In particular the greater use of cocaine, lower expenditure on drugs and differential experience of treatment among under 25 year olds is highlighted.

Authors: Paul Duffy, Kevin Cuddy

Published: 15/09/2008

Impact of Test on Arrest: An Examiniation of Drug Testing and Drug Intevention Record data

An examination of the changes in the characteristics of clients coming into contact with the DIP programme brought about through the change from drug testing on charge in the custody suite to drug testing on arrest (April 06).

Authors: Paul Duffy, Kevin Cuddy, Lindsay Dewa

Published: 15/09/2008

DIP Attrition: An Examination of Client Characteristics

Examines and compares the characteristics of clients exiting the DIP assessment process in Merseyside at different stages. The report provides D(A)ATs with information about how effective they are at engaging with certain client groups through the programme.

Authors: Paul Duffy, Lindsay Dewa, Kevin Cuddy, David Meers

Published: 15/09/2008

Merseyside DIP Demographics Report 06/07

Outlines the characteristics of clients seen by the five Merseyside DIP teams in 06/07. Factors such as age, gender, drug use, treatment history and accommodation status are examined and implications for service delivery discussed.

Authors: Paul Duffy, Lindsay Dewa, Lisa Regan

Published: 15/09/2008

Needs Assessment with Homeless Drug & Alcohol Users in Liverpool

An assessment of the health and social care and substance use treatment needs of homeless drug and alcohol users in Liverpool.

Authors: Claire Shaw, Jim McVeigh

Published: 07/08/2008

United Kingdom Focal Point Report 2007

The UK Focal Point's Annual Report provides information on the drug situation in the UK. It provides additional information to the data contained in standard tables and structured questionnaires. In particular it provides a discussion of the main trends and a description of the responses to the situation. Each Member State's report follows a common structure, which covers national policies on drugs, prevalence, prevention, problem drug use, drug-related treatment, health correlates and consequences, social correlates and consequences and drug markets. In addition, a number of selected issues are chosen for in-depth consideration each year. This year's topics are: public expenditures; vulnerable groups of young people and drug-related research in Europe.

Authors: Gail Eaton, Charlotte Davies, Layla English, Alan Lodwick, Mark Bellis, Jim McVeigh

Published: 01/08/2008

Preston Nightsafe Conditional Caution Alcohol Awareness Pilot Project - Process Evaluation Final Report

Alcohol misuse has been identified as a prominent cause of health inequalities, crime and social disorder in Preston. To address these harms, to reduce future re-offending and to reduce health and criminal justice costs there have been strong recommendations for the wider availability of alcohol brief interventions. The Conditional Cautioning scheme utilises a rehabilitative condition that seeks to divert alcohol‐related offenders from ‘more serious alcohol related crime’ and Preston is one of a small number of chosen pilot areas around the country where alcohol conditional cautioning has been implemented. This report is the external evaluation of the process of alcohol conditional cautioning as determined through in depth interviews with key staff and stakeholders associated with the scheme. The main objectives of the process evaluation are to determine perceptions of success related to staff attitudes, public and victim satisfaction and re‐offending, to examine the effectiveness of interagency working relationships and communication, to identify barriers to implementation and delivery and to pinpoint areas for future development or improvement. Empirical data will be reported as outcomes which will be given in the final outcome evaluation report in July 2008.

Authors: Simon Russell, Paul Duffy

Published: 30/06/2008

NDTMS Themed Report: Does the North West of England have an ageing drug treatment population?

The report provides information on the number of people aged 45 and over in contact with treatment by D(A)AT of residence, along with their demographic profile, the referral source into treatment and the type of intervention entered in comparison to those aged below 45. The report also offers comparison to previous years; 2003/04 and 2005/06 to investigate whether there has been a change in the number of older individuals in contact with treatment over time.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Caryl Beynon, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh,

Published: 01/05/2008

Younger drug users assessed by DIP teams in non-intensive areas; characteristics and implications for service delivery

This report examines the characteristics of clients assessed by DIP teams in 31 non-intensive D(A)AT areas across England in 2006/7. It focuses upon significant differences between clients under 25 and their older counterparts. The implications for service delivery are discussed.

Authors: Paul Duffy, Caryl M Beynon

Published: 02/04/2008

Young People and Cannabis use in Liverpool

This study investigated cannabis use in young people recruited from Liverpool City Centre aged between 16-25 years and who were not in contact with treatment services. The research aimed to identify patterns of young people’s cannabis use and to investigate their knowledge and perceptions of its effects. The study also sought information about awareness and acceptability of local services that respond to cannabis use.

Authors: Michelle Wareing, Jim McVeigh, Harry Sumnall

Published: 03/03/2008

The prevention of uptake of smoking by children and young people, with reference to areas of mass media and the sale of tobacco products: findings from a multi-method primary research study

This study explored the views of children and young people on the prevention of smoking uptake with reference to the areas of mass media and age restricted sale of tobacco products to support generation of NICE guidance on preventing the uptake of smoking by children.

Authors: Kerry Woofall, Lorna Porcellato, Katrina Stredder, Michelle Wareing, Amanda Atkinson, Clare Lushey, Jim McVeigh, Harry Sumnall

Published: 08/01/2008

NDTMS Themed Report: Patterns of mortality amongst injecting and non-injecting drug users in contact with treatment services in the North West of England

This report details the causes of mortality of those identified, via the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System dataset, as having died whilst in contact with structured drug treatment services in the North West of England between April 2003 and March 2006.

Authors: Ayesha Hurst, Caryl Beynon, Sara Hughes, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh

Published: 14/12/2007

Individuals stating alcohol as a secondary or tertiary problematic substance in contact with treatment services in the North West during 2006/07

This report focuses on individuals in contact with structured drug treatment services in the North West of England during 2006/07, who stated alcohol as a secondary or tertiary problematic substance.

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Michela Morleo, Kazem Khundakar, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/09/2007

Results from the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System [NDTMS] 2006/2007

This publication details the results of the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) in the North West of England during 2006/07. The NDTMS was introduced in April 2001 to collect data on all clients in contact with structured treatment services (i.e. high threshold tier 3 and 4 services as defined by the Models of Care, see National Treatment Agency (NTA), 2002).

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/09/2007

Young People and Substance Misuse: Characteristics, Needs and Perception of Treatment Services of Drug Users Aged 18-25 in Liverpool

This study investigated the characteristics and needs of young substance misusers, aged between 18-25 years, and their perceptions of treatment services in the Liverpool area. The aim of this study was to identify patterns of young people’s drug and alcohol use and to provide essential information relating to the way young people access both specialist drug services and generic services.

Authors: Michelle Wareing, Jim McVeigh,, Harry Sumnall

Published: 01/06/2007

Evaluation of Preston's alcohol brief intervention training pack: 'Train the Trainers'

Evaluation of Preston's alcohol brief intervention training pack.

Authors: Michela Morleo, Karen Hughes, Jim McVeigh

Published: 01/06/2007

Characteristics of and Short Term Outcomes for Liverpool Resident Drug Users Released from Prison

DIP report

Authors: Paul Duffy

Published: 24/05/2007

Evaluation of the Peer to Peer Project

Evaluation of Peer to Peer project.

Authors: Claire Shaw, Jessica Salmon, Jim McVeigh

Published: 11/05/2007

Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database Annual Report 2005/06

IAD Pan-Merseyside Annual Report 2005/06. Comprehensive performance monitoring report on treatment and intervention services across Merseyside.

Authors: Martin Chandler, Esther Shepherd, Jim McVeigh

Published: 10/05/2007

NDTMS Themed Report: Referrals into structured drug treatment in the North West of England from the Criminal Justice System 2005/06

NDTMS Themed report: Referrals into structures drug treatment in the North West of England from the Criminal Justice System 2005/06

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Paul Duffy, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 29/04/2007

Preston Nightsafe Conditional Caution Alcohol Awareness Pilot Project

Preston Nightsafe Conditional Caution Alcohol Awareness

Authors: Lisa Regan, Paul Duffy

Published: 24/04/2007

United Kingdom drug situation: annual report to the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) 2006

The UK Focal Point's Annual Report provides information on the drug situation in the UK.  It provides additional information to the data contained in standard tables and structured questionnaires. In particular it provides a discussion of the main trends and a description of the responses to the situation. Each Member State's report follows a common structure, which covers national policies on drugs, prevalence, prevention, problem drug use, drug-related treatment, health correlates and consequences, social correlates and consequences and drug markets. In addition, a number of selected issues are chosen for in-depth consideration each year. This year's topics are: drug use among very young people; cocaine and crack; drugs and driving.

Authors: Gail Eaton, Alan Lodwick, Mark Bellis, Jim McVeigh

Published: 16/04/2007

The economics of preventing drug use: An introduction to the issues

The purpose of this document is to introduce and discuss key issues in the economics of drug prevention and to describe the utility of data derived from economic evaluation of drug prevention interventions. It is hoped that the report will encourage economic evaluations of drug prevention interventions in the UK

Authors: Richard Fordham, Lisa Jones, Harry Sumnall, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 28/03/2007

Individuals aged under 25 in contact with treatment services in the North West of england during 2005/06

This report focuses on individuals aged under 25 in contact with structured drug treatment services in the NorthWest of England during 2005/06.

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Harry Sumnall, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 02/02/2007

Interventions delivered in primary and secondary schools to prevent and/or reduce alcohol use by young people under 18 years old NICE Public Health Intervention Guidance 6. Fieldwork Report

Fieldwork report on consultation with alcohol field on draft NICE recommendations on alcohol

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Lisa Jones, Clare Lushey, Katrina Stredder, Michelle Wareing, Lynne Wilkinson, Karl Witty, Kerry Woolfall, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/02/2007

Interventions delivered in primary and secondary schools to prevent and/or reduce alcohol use by young people under 18 years old NICE. Fieldwork Report

Fieldwork report on consultation with alcohol field on draft NICE recommendations on alcohol

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Lisa Jones, Clare Lushey, Katrina Stredder, Michelle Wareing, Lynne Wilkinson, Karl Witty, Kerry Woolfall, Mark Bellis,

Published: 01/02/2007

A review of effectiveness and cost effectiveness of interventions delivered in primary and secondary schools to prevent and/or reduce alcohol use by young people under 18 years old

Systematic Review of evidence to support NICE guidance on prevention of alcohol misuse in young people

Authors: Lisa Jones, Marilyn James, Tom Jefferson, Clare Lushey, Michela Morleo, Liz Stokes, Harry Sumnall, Karl Witty, Mark Bellis,

Published: 31/01/2007

Effects of the Alcohol Misuse Enforcement Campaigns and the Licensing Act 2003 on Violence

In recent years, the capacity of licensed premises in many town and city centres in the UK has increased substantially. Combined with growing levels of alcohol consumption among young people, this has meant popular nightlife areas have experienced increasing problems with alcohol-related violence. In response, the UK Government has invested in significant police resources and legislative change in order to stem a rising tide of alcohol-related violence largely associated with the night time economy, including through changes to licensing legislation and implementation of the Alcohol Misuse Enforcement Campaigns (AMEC). This paper uses A&E data to measure the effects of the AMECs and the initial impact of the Licensing Act on violent injuries as measured by assault attendance at an A&E department in the North West of England.

Authors: Mark A Bellis, Zara Anderson, Karen Hughes

Published: 29/11/2006

Alcohol Treatment in Cheshire and Merseyside 2005/6

Alcohol Treatment in Cheshire and Merseyside 2005/6

Authors: Jim McVeigh, Michela Morleo, Kazem Khundakar, Caryl Beynon, Mark Bellis

Published: 17/11/2006

Drug related deaths in Liverpool 2004 and 2005 - Executive Summary

Drug related deaths in Liverpool in 2004 and 2005 - Executive Summary

Authors: Caryl Beynon

Published: 06/11/2006

Drug related deaths in Liverpool 2004 and 2005 - A Review

Drug related deaths in Liverpool in 2004 and 2005 - A Review

Authors: Caryl Beynon

Published: 06/11/2006

Substance Use among young people in Wirral, Merseyside

This study explored the extent and characteristics of young people’s substance use in Wirral, this study was commissioned by Wirral DAAT to provide insight into young people’s substance use, whilst also investigating young people’s understanding of drugs and what suggestions they had for the local development of drug prevention initiatives and support services.

Authors: Kerry Woolfall

Published: 01/11/2006

Deaths of those in contact with drug treatment services in the North West of England for the reporting period 2003/04 and 2004/05

This report details the causes of mortality of those identified, via the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) dataset, as having died whilst in contact with structured drug treatment services in the North West of England within the years 2003/04 and 2004/05.

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Caryl Beynon, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/11/2006

Use and experiences of class A drugs amongst young people in Knowsley

This study was commissioned by Knowsley DAAT in order to provide an insight into perceived and actual levels of class A drug use amongst young people in the area. A series of interviews, questionnaires and focus groups were conducted with young people and key professionals across the Knowsley area

Authors: Kerry Woolfall, Karl Witty, Harry Sumnall

Published: 01/08/2006

Drug Treatment in the North West of England 2005/06: Results from the NDTMS

The results of the report were compiled by the NDTMS regional team, based within the North West Public Health Observatory at the Centre for Public Health, Liverpool John Moores University. This document contains summary information of the NDTMS data for the North West region and also provides some comparisons to previous years; 2001/02 and 2003/04. The report offers supplementary information to build on the national figures quoted by the National Drug Evidence Centre (NDEC) and the National Treatment Agency (NTA)

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Adam Marr, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 31/07/2006

Measuring Exposure to Second Hand Smoke: focus on social clubs

Research completed in conjunction with Liverpool City Council, measuring exposure to second hand smoke in social clubs in liverpool

Authors: Diane Black, Helen Casstles, Ivan Gee et al

Published: 16/06/2006

Attitudes and behaviour: smoking in hospitality premises in Liverpool

An attitude and behavioural survey to examine views of customers in hospitality premises towards smokefree public places and work places.

Authors: Diane Black, Helen Casstles, Ivan Gee, Mary Lyons et al

Published: 16/06/2006

Measuring Exposure to Second Hand Smoke: Atmospheric monitoring and personal exposure measurements of hospitality workers in Liverpool

Research completed in conjunction with Liverpool City Council, measuring exposure to second hand smoke.

Authors: Diane Black, Helen Casstles, Ivan Gee et al

Published: 16/06/2006

WHO Policy Briefing: Interpersonal Violence and Alcohol

This Policy Briefing, published by the World Health Organization, explores the role of harmful alcohol consumption in interpersonal violence, the extent and impacts of alcohol-related violence, effective prevention measures and the role of public health in prevention.

Authors: Edited by Mark A Bellis, Sara Hughes and Karen Hugh

Published: 03/06/2006

WHO Facts on Youth Violence and Alcohol

One of a series of fact sheets published by the World Health Organization, exploring the links between alcohol and youth violence and the role of public health in prevention.

Authors: Edited by Mark A Bellis, Sara Hughes and Karen Hugh

Published: 03/06/2006

WHO Facts on Elder Abuse and Alcohol

One of a series of fact sheets published by the World Health Organization, exploring the links between alcohol and elder abuse and the role of public health in prevention.

Authors: Edited by Mark A Bellis, Sara Hughes and Karen Hugh

Published: 03/06/2006

WHO Facts on Child Maltreatment and Alcohol

One of a series of fact sheets published by the World Health Organization, detailing the role of harmful alcohol consumption in child maltreatment, its lifelong impact on alcohol use patterns in peope who were maltreated as children, and the role of public health in prevention.

Authors: Edited by Mark A Bellis, Sara Hughes and Karen Hugh

Published: 03/06/2006

WHO Facts on Intimate Partner Violence and Alcohol

One of a series of fact sheets published by the World Health Organization, exploring the links between alcohol and intimate partner violence and the role of public health in prevention.

Authors: Edited by Mark A Bellis, Sara Hughes and Karen Hughes

Published: 03/06/2006

Annual review of Drug Prevention. The National Collaborating Centre for Drug Prevention

Presents and grades the evidence in relation to drug prevention in young people across the four tiered model of services. Key recommendations and gaps are presented according to their relevance to different professional groups. Discusses the economics of drug prevention and introduces the methods of economic evaluation in relation to the field

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Lisa Jones, Kimberley Burrell, Karl Witty, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/06/2006

Review of grey literature on drug prevention among young people: Review Summary

Executive Summary of review below.

Authors: Yuko McGrath, Harry Sumnall, Kimberley Burrell, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 25/05/2006

Review of grey literature on drug prevention among young people

The aim of this review is to complement the evidence base built by mainstream literature for drug prevention among young people by reviewing those drug-prevention materials that do not traditionally find their way into systematic reviews, namely grey literature. These materials were mostly published in the UK, although high-quality international studies were also considered if relevant

Authors: Yuko McGrath, Harry Sumnall, Kimberley Burrell, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 20/05/2006

Universal Drug Prevention - Fact Sheets

A series of 6 factsheets summarising Universal Drug Prevention

Authors: Lisa Jones, Harry Sumnall, Kimberley Burrell, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 15/05/2006

Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database Annual Report 2004/05

IAD Pan-Merseyside Annual Report 2004/05. Comprehensive performance monitoring report on treatment and intervention services across Merseyside.

Authors: Martin Chandler, Esther Shepherd, Jim McVeigh

Published: 12/05/2006

EDDRA Newsletter May 06

EDDRA Newsletter May 06

Authors: Michela Morleo

Published: 01/05/2006

Tobacco Control Quarterly Bulletin Issue 6

Tobacco Control Quarterly Bulletin Issue 6

Authors: Aaron Barker, Helen Casstles, Brenda Fullard

Published: 28/02/2006

A feasibility study to establish a new model for inpatient detoxification at the Independence Initiative

A feasibility study for a one-to-one detoxification service was carried out by the Centre for Public Health, Liverpool John Moores University. The study was conducted in order to ascertain the feasibility of establishing a new model of one-to-one inpatient detoxification at the Independence Initiative, located in Bootle, Merseyside. This study was not a cost analysis of a one-to-one detoxification service but examined feasibility based on potential demand. This was completed in order to establish perceptions in relation to the establishing of an alternative model of detoxification.

Authors: M Wareing & H Sumnall

Published: 28/02/2006

A Review of the Effectiveness of Smoking Cessation Interventions

An update of the Health Development Agency's evidence briefing on smoking and public health.

Authors: Aaron Barker, Diane Black, Karen Tocque, Liz Gaulton

Published: 09/02/2006

Drug use prevention among young people: Evidence into practice briefing

This briefing presents evidence-based information on how to prevent drugs misuse. It integrates published scientific literature with practitioner expertise and experience, including advice on how to overcome typical barriers and obstacles to effective practice.

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Yuko McGrath, Jim McVeigh, Kimberley Burrell, Lynne Wilkinson, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/02/2006

Alcohol Brief Intervention

This report is an evaluation of an Alcohol Brief Intervention Training Package commissioned by Preston Primary Care Trust (PCT). The evaluation outlines the case for the intervention, the methodology used in the evaluation, evaluation findings and makes recommendations for the use and further development of the training pack.

Authors: Kimberley Burrell, Harry Sumnall, Karl Witty, Jim McVeigh

Published: 01/02/2006

United Kingdom drug situation: annual report to the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) 2005

The 2005 Focal Point report to the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA).

Authors: Gail Eaton, Michela Morleo, Alan Lodwick, Mark Bellis, Jim McVeigh

Published: 24/01/2006

Alcohol Treatment in Cheshire & Merseyside 2004/05

The first report of the Cheshire and Merseyside Alcohol Treatment Monitoring system. The report presents data on idividuals with problem alcohol use in contact with specialist alcohol treatment providers in Cheshire and Merseyside during 2004/05.

Authors: Sue Brown, Jim McVeigh, Caryl Beynon, Mark Bellis

Published: 18/01/2006

Fieldwork Report - Community-based interventions for the reduction of substance misuse among vulnerable and disadvantaged young people

Fieldwork report to support generation of NICE guidance on substance misuse prevention in young people

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Lisa Jones, Karl Witty, Michelle Wareing, Kerry Woolfall, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 10/01/2006

A review of community-based interventions to reduce substance misuse among vulnerable and disadvantaged young people

Systematic review of evidence to support generation of NICE guidance on substance prevention in young people

Authors: Lisa Jones, Harry Sumnall, Karl Witty, Michelle Wareing, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis,

Published: 06/01/2006

Drug use prevention among young people: a review of reviews

This evidence briefing is an update of the first briefing conducted by the Health Development Agency, on drug use prevention among young people (Canning et al. 2004).

Authors: Yuko McGrath, Harry Sumnall, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/01/2006

Tiered approach to drug prevention and treatment among young people

The aim of this briefing is to describe the four tiered approach to drug prevention and treatment of young people; it's efficacy and relationship to current drug prevention policy; and within this context, to present evidence from recent Government sponsored research into the effectiveness of interventions within each tier.

Authors: K Burrell, L Jones, Harry Sumnall, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 22/11/2005

Tobacco Control Research Bulletin 5

Tobacco research bulletin

Authors: Aaron Barker, Helen Casstles, Ivan Gee, Brenda Fullard

Published: 07/11/2005

Drug Prevention Quarterly - September 2005

The third edition of the quarterly news review from the Collaborating Centre for Drug Prevention including the latest and most comprehensive evidence surrounding drug prevention work currently taking place in the UK and abroad.

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Kimberley Edmonds, Lisa Jones, Lynne Wilkinson, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 23/09/2005

EDDRA Newsletter September 2005 (2)

The second UK newsletter of the Exchange on Drug Demand Reduction Action (EDDRA) database, providing details of the new and updated entries in the last quarter.

Authors: Michela Morleo

Published: 21/09/2005

Tobacco Control Research Bulletin 4 - June 2005

This report determines the current smoking policies of local authority owned premises in the North West of England.

Authors: Karen Tocque, Aaron Barker, Brenda Fullard

Published: 13/07/2005

Drug prevention among vulnerable young people.

This briefing is based on a review of recent [2002-2004] government sponsored research into drug prevention among vulnerable groups of young people. Current government policy and guidance are also considered.

Authors: Kimberley Edmonds, Harry Sumnall, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 24/06/2005

United Kingdom Drug Situation: 2004 Edition

Annual Report to the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) 2004 Edition

Authors: Gail Eaton, Michela Morleo, Alan Lodwick, Mark Bellis, Jim McVeigh

Published: 21/06/2005

Evaluation of Lighthouse Project Opening Hours

This evaluation was carried out to investigate attitudes of a range of individuals regarding extending opening hours to help inform the Lighthouse Project who are considering this as an option.

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar, Caryl Beynon, Jim McVeigh

Published: 21/06/2005

EDDRA Newsletter June 2005 (1)

The first UK newsletter of the Exchange on Drug Demand Reduction Action (EDDRA) database, providing details of the new and updated entries in the last quarter.

Authors: Michela Morleo

Published: 10/06/2005

Drink Spiking Report

Drink spiking report 2005

Authors: Caryl Beynon, Sara Edwards, Michela Morleo, Zara Anderson, Jim McVeigh

Published: 01/06/2005

Drug Prevention Quarterly - April 2005

The latest and most comprehensive evidence surrounding drug prevention work currently taking place in the UK and abroad

Authors: Harry Sumnall, Lyn Cook, Yuko McGrath, Lynne Wilkinson, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis, Kimberley Edmonds

Published: 22/04/2005

Drug treatment in the North West of England, 2003/04

Drug treatment in the North West of England

Authors: Tony Bullock, Sam Weston, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 19/04/2005

Tobacco Control Research Bulletin 3 - March 2005

This report analyses stop smoking services data against newly produced estimates of the number of smokers within Primary Care Trusts in England. We show that Stop smoking services are not successfully contributing to a short-term (4 week quit rate) reduction in smoking prevalence in areas where numbers of smokers are high compared to where numbers of smokers are lower. However, they are successfully contributing to a reduction in smoking prevalence in areas of greater deprivation where the numbers of smokers are similar.

Authors: Karen Tocque, Aaron Barker, Brenda Fullard

Published: 18/03/2005

Evaluation of the Naltrexone Prescribing Service at the Kevin White Unit, Merseyside

Evaluation of the Naltrexone Prescribing Service at the Kevin White Unit, Merseyside

Authors: S. Mitchell & C. Beynon

Published: 14/03/2005

Profiling Merseyside Drug Treatment Clients Following Discharge:

Profiling Merseyside Drug Treatment Clients Following Discharge:

Authors: S. Mitchell & C. Beynon

Published: 14/03/2005

Merseyside Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database 2003/04

Summary of data provided to the Merseyside Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database 2003/4

Authors: Martin Chandler, Jim McVeigh, Tony Bullock, Paul Duffy

Published: 02/02/2005

Summary Document: Rapid Appraisal of the Liverpool Drugs Intervention Programme

Evaluation summary of the arrest referral/drug-testing pilot scheme in custody suites and the Bail Support Scheme within the Liverpool Drugs Intervention Programme.

Authors: Ayesha Khundakar

Published: 26/01/2005

Tobacco Control Research Bulletin 2 - December 2004

This report reviews the various national, European and international requirements for measuring smoking prevalence and makes recommendations for standard questions to be used in local lifestyle surveys to provide consistent and comparable data across local areas.

Authors: Karen Tocque, Brenda Fullard

Published: 23/12/2004

Drug Prevention Quarterly - November 2004

The latest and most comprehensive evidence surrounding drug prevention work currently taking place in the UK and abroad.

Authors: Lyn Cooke, Yuko McGrath, Lynne Wilkinson, Harry Sumnall, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis, Kimberley Edmonds

Published: 08/11/2004

Tobacco Control Research Bulletin 1 - October 2004

Smoking attributable mortality in the North West: Measures of mortality due to smoking related causes provide the best method to estimate the current impact of smoking on local populations.

Authors: Karen Tocque, Brenda Fullard, Tom Hennel

Published: 14/10/2004

Taking Measures: A Situational Analysis of Alcohol in the North West

The report “Taking Measures” highlights the role that alcohol plays in North West lives and reveals that 71,023 alcohol-related crimes were committed in the region in 2002/03, of which 54% (38,309) were violent crimes against the person. In addition, between 46,798 and 66,702 hospital admissions a year in the region are alcohol related and drinking results in between 2,700 and 4,500 deaths.

Authors: Karen Hughes, Karen Tocque, Gayl Humphrey, Mark Bellis

Published: 23/09/2004

Taking Measures: A Situational Analysis of Alcohol in the North West: Executive Summary

The report “Taking Measures” highlights the role that alcohol plays in North West lives and reveals that 71,023 alcohol-related crimes were committed in the region in 2002/03, of which 54% (38,309) were violent crimes against the person. In addition, between 46,798 and 66,702 hospital admissions a year in the region are alcohol related and drinking results in between 2,700 and 4,500 deaths.

Authors: Karen Hughes, Karen Tocque, Gayl Humphrey, Mark Bellis

Published: 22/09/2004

Taking Measures: A Situational Analysis of Alcohol in the North West: Local Authority Tables

The report “Taking Measures” highlights the role that alcohol plays in North West lives and reveals that 71,023 alcohol-related crimes were committed in the region in 2002/03, of which 54% (38,309) were violent crimes against the person. In addition, between 46,798 and 66,702 hospital admissions a year in the region are alcohol related and drinking results in between 2,700 and 4,500 deaths.

Authors: Karen Hughes, Karen Tocque, Gayl Humphrey, Mark Bellis

Published: 22/09/2004

The Big Smoke Debate – North West

The majority (72%) of the North West residents do NOT smoke and, taking smokers views into account, this report shows that the same proportion of the population support a law to ban smoking in the workplace. Amongst North West residents, the survey also revealed that 96% of non-smokers and 32% of smokers want public places to be free of smoke.

Authors: Karen Tocque, Mark Bellis, Brenda Fullard

Published: 10/08/2004

Substance use in a developing country – The Gambia, West Africa

An investigation into the problems associated with substance use in a developing country – The Gambia, West Africa

Authors: Zara Anderson

Published: 12/07/2004

United Kingdom Drug Situation: 2002

United Kingdom drug situation. Annual report to the Europe Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) 2002

Authors: Editors: Mark A Bellis, Michela Morleo, Sara Hughes, Jim McVeigh, Alan Lodwick, Gail Eaton & Sarah Donnelly

Published: 16/04/2004

Problematic Drug Use Within Liverpool and Sefton (2000-2)

Quantifying Problematic Drug Use Within Liverpool and SeftonDrug [and Alcohol] Action Teams (2000/1 and 2001/2): Capture Recapture Analysis

Authors: Caryl Beynon, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 15/04/2004

Problematic Drug Use Within Liverpool & Sefton (2000-2)Summary

Quantifying Problematic Drug Use Within Liverpool and SeftonDrug [and Alcohol] Action Teams (2000/1 and 2001/2): Capture Recapture Analysis (Executive Summary)

Authors: Caryl Beynon, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 15/04/2004

LIFEGUARD: ACT FAST SAVE A LIFE. Evaluation Executive Summary

An evaluation of a multi-component information campaign targeted at reducing drug related deaths in Cheshire and Merseyside

Authors: Lisa Roberts, Jim McVeigh

Published: 25/03/2004

LIFEGUARD: ACT FAST SAVE A LIFE. Evaluation

An evaluation of a multi-component information campaign targeted at reducing drug related deaths in Cheshire and Merseyside

Authors: Lisa Roberts, Jim McVeigh

Published: 25/03/2004

Alcohol: A Situational Analysis for the North West

The launch of the Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy for England will place alcohol issues at the forefront of Regional and local agendas. As part of preparations for the successful implementation of the Strategy in the North West, work is already underway to identify the major challenges posed by alcohol in the Region. Key messages from this work to date are included.

Authors: Public Health North West: Alcohol Strategy Group

Published: 15/03/2004

Treating Drug Misuse in the North West of England: NDTMS 2001/02 Summary Report

This is the first North West report from the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) produced by the Drug Misuse Research Unit (DMRU) at the University of Manchester and the Centre for Public Health at Liverpool John Moores University.

Authors: Andrew Jones & Caryl Beynon

Published: 08/01/2004

Over a Decade of Drug Use Epidemiology

Implications for strategy and service provision. Summary of key findings

Authors: Jim McVeigh, Karen Hughes, Juliet Hounsome, Mark Bellis

Published: 11/12/2003

Drug Treatment in Cheshire and Merseyside - The first year of the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) 2001/02

The regional Drug Misuse Database (rDMD) and Prevalence and Outcomes database have been collecting pseudo-anonymous data on individuals in contact with drug treatment services in Cheshire and Merseyside from 1990 and 1996 respectively. In 1999 the Departm

Authors: Caryl Beynon, Jim McVeigh, Mark Bellis

Published: 09/09/2003

Stoppings Hard - Evaluation of Young Peoples Smoking Cessation Programme

Evaluation of Young Peoples Smoking Cessation Programme In Knowsley Primary Care Trust

Authors: Helen Lowey and Liz Gaulton

Published: 11/02/2003

The Independence Initiative: An Evaluation of Effectiveness

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Authors: Jim McVeigh, Paul Duffy

Published: 14/11/2002

Shaping a New Agenda

Excerpts from the Cannabis Conference 2002

Authors: Edited by Jim McVeigh

Published: 30/07/2002

Are smoking cessation services reducing inequalities in health?

An evaluation study of smoking cessation services in the North West with recommendations for further research and performance management.

Authors: Helen Lowey, Brenda Fullard, Karen Tocque, Mark Bellis

Published: 26/07/2002

Young People's Exposure to Alcohol: The Role of Radio and Television

All forms of the media promote substance use and encourage individuals to consume alcoholic drinks and tobacco products (particularly cigarettes). This opposes Public Health measures that aim to reduce the consumption of alcohol tobacco and illicit drugs

Authors: Georgina Pitt, Diana Forrest, Karen Hughes, Mark Bellis

Published: 23/04/2002

Merseyside Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database - Executive Summary 2000

Information on drug misusers in Merseyside who come into contact with both health services and the criminal justice system

Authors: Juliet Hounsome, Mark A.Bellis

Published: 20/01/2002

Drug Services in Merseyside and Cheshire 2000/01: Prevalence & Outcomes

Prevalence & Outcomes: Specialist Drug Services Syringe Exchange Schemes and Outreach Services in Merseyside & Cheshire

Authors: Caryl Beynon, Rachel L Birtles, Mark Bellis

Published: 30/10/2001

Drug Misuse in the North West of England 2000

Produced by The Public Health Sector - Liverpool John Moores University and The Drug Misuse Research Unit - University of Manchester

Authors: Produced by The Public Health Sector - Liverpool John Moores University and The Drug Misuse Research Unit - University of Manchest

Published: 30/10/2001

Merseyside Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database 1998 : a unified approach to drug misuse data

Annual Report by Lisa Vardi Juliet Hounsome and Mark.A.Bellis

Authors: Lisa Vardi, Juliet Hounsome, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/10/2001

Alcohol Tobacco & Drugs in the North West of England: Identifying a Shared Agenda - Full Publication

Occasional report from NWPHO about alcohol tobacco and drug use in the North West Region. By Karen Hughes Mark A.Bellis and Mary Kilfoyle-Carrington.

Authors: Karen Hughes, Mark Bellis, Mary Kilfoyle-Carringtom

Published: 11/06/2001

A Review of Drug Prevention Work and it's Evaluation in Stockport

Occasional report by Katharine Abba. Requires Acrobat reader.

Authors: Katharine Abba

Published: 08/06/2001

An evaluation of the drug and alcohol services for young people in North Cheshire - Full Report

Occasional Report by Kath Abba and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Kath Abba, Mark Bellis

Published: 05/02/2001

Assessing Hidden Problematic Drug Use in the North West of England: Capture-Recapture Analysis

Occasional report by Caryl Beynon Mark A. Bellis Tim Millar and Petra Meier

Authors: Caryl Beynon, Mark Bellis, Tim Millar, Petra Meier

Published: 05/02/2001

An evaluation of the drug and alcohol services for young people in North Cheshire - Executive Summary

Occasional Report by Kath Abba and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Kath Abba, Mark Bellis

Published: 05/02/2001

Merseyside Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database 1999 - Executive Summary

Annual report by Juliet Hounsome and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Juliet Hounsome, Mark Bellis

Published: 05/02/2001

Alcohol - some sobering statistics

Occasional report by Karen Hughes and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Karen Hughes, Mark Bellis

Published: 20/12/2000

Drug Services in Merseyside and Cheshire 1999: Prevalence and Outcomes

Annual Report by Rachel L. Birtles and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Rachel L. Birtles, Mark Bellis

Published: 20/12/2000

Merseyside Inter Agency Drug Misuse Database 1999 - Full Report

Annual report by Juliet Hounsome and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Juliet Hounsome, Mark Bellis

Published: 01/10/2000

Hepatitis C in injecting drug users in the North West - Executive Summary

Occasional multi agency report by Penny A. Cook, Jim McVeigh, Apurva Patel, Qutub Syed, Ken Mutton and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Penny Cook, Jim McVeigh, Apurva Patel, Qutub Syed, Ken Mutton, Mark Bellis

Published: 15/08/2000

Hepatitis C in injecting drug users in the North West - Full Report

Occasional multi agency report by Penny Cook, Jim McVeigh, Apurva Patel, Qutub Syed, Ken Mutton and Mark A. Bellis.

Authors: Penny Cook, Jim McVeigh, Apurva Patel, Qutub Syed, Ken Mutton, Mark Bellis

Published: 15/08/2000