Overview

• The opening of the Safer Drugs Consumption Facility in Glasgow has been postponed from its original date of October 21, 2024.
• The delay is due to pending checks under the NHS Assure process, which ensures the safety of healthcare construction projects.
• The facility aims to provide a supervised environment for drug use, including heroin and cocaine, to reduce overdoses and drug-related deaths.
• Scotland faces a significant drug death crisis, with 1,172 deaths reported in 2023, marking a 12% increase from the previous year.
• The Scottish government supports the project with up to £2.3 million annually, highlighting a commitment to radical action in public health.