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<p>Evidence based, high-quality treatment is the most effective way of tackling illicit
and other harmful drug use. It enables people to recover from dependence, improves
their physical and mental health and reduces the harm caused to themselves and people
around them, including reducing crime.</p><p>We have provided local authorities, through
the Public Health Grant, with millions of pounds to ensure that they are able to commission
effective and efficient drug treatment services and are currently updating clinical
guidance so that clinicians will have the latest evidence based guidance on how to
help people with drug problems.</p><p>But we are clear that this has to be part of
a balanced approach to drugs, so as well as helping people overcome their drug problems,
we are also working to prevent and reduce drug use in our communities, while ensuring
that our drugs laws are enforced.</p>
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