The increase in drug-related deaths in Bromley and the overall rise across England and Wales signal a critical public health challenge that demands immediate attention.
Greg Ceely from the ONS noted, 'Around half of the deaths involve an opiate, such as heroin or morphine. We saw a large rise in the number of cocaine deaths, which account for a fifth of all deaths related to drug poisoning in 2023.'
Lee Fernandes described the situation as 'a travesty' and urged the government to recognize the urgent need for action, emphasizing the dangerous trend of increasing drug-related deaths.
Clare Taylor highlighted the need for a coordinated approach across regions, stating that 'people's lives should not be dependent on a postcode lottery' regarding drug treatment and support services.
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