youth and adult substance use services
Barking and Dagenham Council approved a £2.7 million investment to enhance youth and adult substance use services in October 2026.
Barking and Dagenham Council approved a £2.7 million investment for youth and adult substance use services in October 2026. This funding aims to enhance vital support for vulnerable residents, addressing wide-ranging social and health issues linked to substance misuse, including domestic violence, mental health problems, and homelessness.
The investment, primarily sourced from the Department of Health, will ensure the continuation and expansion of these services, which support individuals, both young people and adults, who are struggling with substance misuse. There are no upcoming council meetings currently scheduled to discuss this topic.
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