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11/12/2008
Winners Of National Tackling Drugs Awards Announced
The two overall winners of this year's Tackling Drugs Changing Lives Awards were announced by Home Office Minister Alan Campbell at an awards ceremony in London today.
Daniel Smyth from the Brent Centre for Young People in London was named Drug Worker of the Year 2008 for the intensive support he has given to 27 young men with challenging behaviour who use a variety of substances.
Families First in Middlesbrough were named Drug Team of the Year 2008 for their innovative and ground-breaking work in helping children at risk due to parental substance misuse.
Home Office Minister Alan Campbell said: "These awards celebrate the great contribution that dedicated and hard-working professionals and volunteers make in helping individuals overcome drug addiction, which in turn helps families and communities. Both winners demonstrate a commitment and determination that is making a real difference on the streets.
"Latest statistics show that overall drug use is now at its lowest level for 10 years, clearly demonstrating our efforts to tackle drugs and get them off our streets are delivering results. But we continue to focus our efforts on reducing the harm caused by illegal drugs through enforcement, education and treatment."
The two national winners were chosen from among 20 regional finalists. There is a regional team and individual winner in each of the English regions and Wales.
(JM)
Daniel Smyth from the Brent Centre for Young People in London was named Drug Worker of the Year 2008 for the intensive support he has given to 27 young men with challenging behaviour who use a variety of substances.
Families First in Middlesbrough were named Drug Team of the Year 2008 for their innovative and ground-breaking work in helping children at risk due to parental substance misuse.
Home Office Minister Alan Campbell said: "These awards celebrate the great contribution that dedicated and hard-working professionals and volunteers make in helping individuals overcome drug addiction, which in turn helps families and communities. Both winners demonstrate a commitment and determination that is making a real difference on the streets.
"Latest statistics show that overall drug use is now at its lowest level for 10 years, clearly demonstrating our efforts to tackle drugs and get them off our streets are delivering results. But we continue to focus our efforts on reducing the harm caused by illegal drugs through enforcement, education and treatment."
The two national winners were chosen from among 20 regional finalists. There is a regional team and individual winner in each of the English regions and Wales.
(JM)
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