This section is about drugs and alcohol and aims to provide some information about them.
- The only way to guarantee avoiding problems with all drugs and alcohol is not to take them at all.
- There is no quality control with illegal drugs. You do not know how strong it is or even what is actually in a drug.
- If you are 18 years and under, are found in possession of cannabis you may be arrested, charged and go to court, receive a criminal conviction or end up in custody.
- Never agree to hold or carry drugs for anyone.
- Never accept a drink from someone you don't know or trust, it could have been spiked.
- Drinking alcohol can affect your judgement and could make you vulnerable. You may become unaware of your surroundings; feel drowsy or even become unconscious.
For more information about drugs follow the links to the Talk to Frank website below.
For more information visit the Drug and Alcohol Action Team website on the link below.
Date Updated: 12/01/09