Drug deaths rise again

In 2023, 10,473 people died across the UK from alcohol-specific causes. The highest on record. On 17 October, it was announced that an extra 5,565 people lost their lives across England & Wales due to drug poisoning in 2024, excluding alcohol. The highest on record for a staggering 12th year running, Barod Cymru highlighted. See also video on Why do drug related deaths continue to rise?