§ Mr. ClappisonTo ask the President of the Council what representations she has received regarding the Government's strategy on the problem of illegal drug use among young people. [26134]
§ Mrs. Ann TaylorKeith Hellawell—the UK Anti-Drugs Coordinator—is currently co-ordinating an extensive consultation process to inform his drafting of proposals for a new anti-drugs strategy, which he will submit to Ministers shortly. Since the announcement of his appointment last October, Mr. Hellawell and his Deputy, Mike Trace, have received over 2,000 letters from all sectors of society. They are also engaged in a comprehensive series of visits and meetings with professionals, young people and communities across the country.