Crew: Mind Altering
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National charity: we neither condemn or condone drug use; we exist to reduce drug-related harm | Established 1992 #HarmReduction Find us @ https://t.co/FzgI2us44x
Edinburgh, UK
Joined June 2009
Thanks to everyone who has followed us and supported us here, we hope you will continue to do so on our other platforms, as we move away from this one. #HarmReduction
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The next @drugedforum event takes place online on Weds, March 5, 3:30-5pm, with speakers including @UniofNewcastle's Karenza Moore who will be talking about ketamine. Find out more, and book your free place, at
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##GetNaloxone from @crew_2000 by post from @sfad or find your local drug service via @SDFnews
https://t.co/j64Pc8Hqsi
Here are 2 tables I made, showing results of the samples sent just from Scotland to @WEDINOSProject for testing. See changing incidence of nitazenes (very potent synthetic opioids). Sadly 2025 is likely to be even worse in Scotland but also all over the UK, as heroin gets scarce.
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@SRConsortium @SDFnews @ScotFamADrugs @BIHRhumanrights @TSIScotNet @SHAAPAlcohol @scotgov @ScotGovJustice @SP_Justice @crew_2000 @WeAreWithYou @CJVSF @ccpscotland @scvotweet @AberdeenADP @AConstance23 @ArgyllADP @AiR_Aberdeen @AidnAbet_Scot @AidanAuthor @alan_miller01
🗣️We have a new blog! Tom Bennett from @SRConsortium discusses the importance of overcoming stigma to understand the human rights of people with alcohol problems when accessing support. #StigmaSeries Read: https://t.co/dB2FWPukYO
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When you enter The Thistle, you’ll always be welcomed in by a friendly member of the team where you can register confidentially, or if you’ve been before, check in. To watch the full video and to find out more about The Thistle, go to: https://t.co/ebQXAMzUF9
@GCHSCP
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"UK's first drug consumption room to open in Glasgow" - Located on Hunter Street in the city’s east end, the facility – known as the Thistle – will open on January 13 and operate between 9am and 9pm, 365 days a year. https://t.co/5au45XL0Uc
itv.com
The first safe drug consumption room in the UK will open in January, which officials hope will encourage drug users to get support to tackle their addiction. | ITV National News
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“UK's first drug consumption room to open in Glasgow” next week. About time too. Come on England+Wales. What could be wrong with a mobile van where needed, @SteveT_OHID , @ukhomeoffice? Simple common sense, supported by @UNODC
itv.com
The first safe drug consumption room in the UK will open in January, which officials hope will encourage drug users to get support to tackle their addiction. | ITV National News
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🐌 Start low, go slow 💜 Stick with your mates ⏱️ Wait at least 90m - 2 hrs if you choose to redose ✨️#PleaseJustSay if you feel unwell #MDMAHarmReduction here:
The MDMA market has changed. Through our 'Back of House' drug checking, we found that MDMA pills, powders and crystals contain more MDMA than before. This increases the risk of drug emergencies. Be in the know: https://t.co/QHnvo1tHnR
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If anybody in @Scotambservice needs a safe space to reach out please contact us (Sooze or Kira). We have many years of experience supporting vulnerable individuals. We've got you 🤗📎🕊️
Struggling with suicidal thoughts? The #Ambulance Staff Crisis Phoneline is open 24/7 to support the UK's #AmbulanceStaff. Independent | Confidential | Staffed by counsellors with experience supporting #BlueLight workers T: 0300 373 0898 W: https://t.co/QKhx1lQ2Ad
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Following 2 deaths in 2 days of Scottish ambulance service staff, it's so important to speak about mental health. We are exposed to so much and feel like we always need to help others, but it's so important to look after ourselves. Any SAS staff needing an invite to page below?
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The Loop is back in Brunswick Square today! Submit your substances between 12pm - 7pm.
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More info on how, why and where you can get dr*gs tested and checked without judgement:
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Thank you @NaloxonePlym for this alert about contaminants sold as MDMA near Plymouth resulting in serious harms. Free, non -judgmental drug checking event @BDProads with @WeAreTheLoopUK Saturday 28th December in Bristol Free testing by post: @WEDINOSProject
#CarryNaloxone
Contaminated #MDMA has been found in an area close to #Plymouth. #Naloxone has been effective in some cases. The drug being sold as MDMA has none of the desired effects of MDMA. It is white and crystalline. Check your drugs - find out about reagent tests. #naloxonesaveslives
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The 1st & only regular #drugchecking service in the UK (us!) celebrates the 1st birthday next month 🥳 After many months of stakeholder negotiations, more drug checking services will be opening next year. Thank you to everyone who supported us in 2024, especially our volunteers!
1. UK’s first regular drug checking service opens in Bristol After years of groundbreaking harm reduction (regularly supported by Transform), @WeAreTheLoopUK finally succeeded in opening the UK's 1st Home Office approved drug checking service in Transform's hometown, Bristol 🧵
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#GetNaloxone free from Crew, your local drug treatment service (find via @SDFnews in Scotland) or by post from @ScotFamADrugs
https://t.co/alPqAnOsk3
⚠️WARNING!⚠️ 19 Dec 2024 Following testing by our scientists, a #harmreduction #warning, has been issued by #Greater #Manchester Drugs Early Warning System Important #medical & #welfare guidance for #nitazene #intoxication Stay safe and if unwell please seek medical attention
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📣 In 2024 The Loop tested 643 pills, obtained from across UK event- & community-based testing. What did we learn? >95% of pills contained more than an average adult dose (~100mg) of MDMA >99% of pills contained only MDMA & no other drug 🐌 #GoSlowStayLow 💧#TakeQuarterSipWater
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Planning on dissolving MDMA in your drink? Be aware of the risks as this has been linked with serious medical incidents across the UK. If you are planning on taking MDMA, consider alternative modes of intake and be aware of signs of drug-related emergency. #GoSlowStayLow
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This #HumanRightsDay, our latest report highlights how punitive drug policies disproportionately impact marginalized communities, fueling stigma and discrimination. A human rights-based approach to drug policy is essential. Read it here in EN, FR, ES:
globalcommissionondrugs.org
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Visit https://t.co/mPfsmnzAn7 to learn more about the #NationalCollaborative and their work to co-produce the Charter of Rights for People for Affected by Substance Use. #CharterOfRights
#HumanRights
alliance-scotland.org.uk
In January 2022, Scotland’s First Minister invited Professor Alan Miller, a proven human rights leader, to become independent Chair and build the National Collaborative. The National Collaborative’s...
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And rights to freedom from: ⚠️Torture and other cruel, inhuman + degrading treatment or punishment 🚨Arbitrary arrest or detention
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