HC Deb 29 April 1986 vol 96 cc384-5W
48. Mr. Kennedy

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will make a statement outlining the steps which his Department is taking currently to combat drug abuse.

Mr. Whitney

We aim to reduce demand by continuing our campaign of information and education, whilst taking steps to encourage better services for those who suffer harm from misuse. We have taken a series of initiatives including a video package for schoolchildren and central funding to stimulate service provision. Our approach is described in detail in chapters 6 and 7 of "Tackling Drug Misuse: A Summary of the Government's Strategy", which the Home Office published last month.