Format
Book
Publication Date
Published by / Citation
Public Health England (PHE)
Original Language

English

Country
United Kingdom
Keywords
alcohol
other drugs
Prevention
treatment
investment
recovery

Alcohol and Drugs Prevention, Treatment and Recovery: Why Invest?

Estimates show that in the UK the social and economic costs of alcohol related harm amount to £21.5bn, while harm from illicit drug use costs £10.7bn. These include costs associated with deaths, the NHS, crime and, in the case of alcohol, lost productivity.

Providing well funded drug and alcohol services is good value for money because it cuts crime, improves health, and can support individuals and families on the road to recovery.