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Durham Prison Drugs Problem

Durham Prison is facing what's been described as a 'troubling' drugs problem, with as many as one in five prisoners testing positive in drug tests.

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Prison Service statement

The Prison Service has released a statement, after a report was released about the availability of drugs at Durham Prison.

"Tackling drugs is a priority for Durham and the misuse of drugs and prescribed medication will not be tolerated. Robust supply-reduction measures have been introduced and the consequences of misuse have been strengthened.

"These tough measures are in conjunction with effective clinical and non-clinical inventions focused on recovery."

– Prison Service spokesperson

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