Response to Programme for Government
Yesterday, the First Minister announced the Scottish Government’s Programme for Government, setting out its policy and legislative priorities…
SDF view on safer drug consumption facilities
Prepared August 2026 As Scotland’s national resource of expertise on substance use, SDF has a responsibility to contribute evidence, experience and expertise to public debate.…
A tribute to our volunteers
As we mark Volunteers’ Week, a reflection from Katy MacLeod, Research and Peer Engagement Programme Manager at SDF.…
Updated Resource: Information on Nitazenes and Overdose Risk
Scottish Drugs Forum has published an updated resource on nitazenes, a group of synthetic opioids that have been…
Scottish Drugs Forum Pays Tribute to Naomi Burke-Shyne
We are incredibly saddened by the passing of Naomi Burke-Shyne, a passionate and principled leader in the global…
SDF CEO Gives Evidence on Right to Addiction Recovery Bill
Scottish Drugs Forum CEO Kirsten Horsburgh appeared before the Scottish Parliament Health, Social Care and Sport Committee yesterday…
National Traineeship Graduates Receive Congratulations From Minister
Last week SDF National Traineeship and Living Experience Engagement Group SVQ graduates received their certificates and congratulations from…
Scottish Drugs Forum Pays Tribute to Christina McKelvie, Minister for Drugs and Alcohol Policy
Scottish Drugs Forum is extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Christina McKelvie, Minister for Drugs and…
Raised concerns after increase in sudden overdoses among people using heroin in Scotland
To view and/or download the overdose alert resource – CLICK HERE There is concern about clusters of drug…
SDF CEO Kirsten Horsburgh reflects on International Overdose Awareness Day
This International Overdose Awareness Day I’m finally getting a chance to sit and reflect on the last couple…