Licensees of pubs and clubs in Leiston are being given the
opportunity to access training to help improve their knowledge of
drugs and how to tackle problems of misuse in their
establishments.
The Community Safety Partnership (CSP) supported training
session will be taking place on Thursday, January 28 in Leiston
with local licensees being invited to attend.
“The training on offer to local license holders is a great
opportunity that will prove incredibly valuable in improving their
understanding about drug misuse and recognising what to do if drugs
are identified in their establishment,” said Cllr Sherrie Green,
Chair of the Community Safety Partnership.
The training courses, run by the CSP with help from the police,
will give information about drugs and the law, how to report drugs
activity, how to spot potential drug misuse and help with
recognising and understanding potential health problems of those
misusing.
“It is important to educate licensees about drug misuse as it is
likely that they will come across drugs at some point. Being
prepared and knowledgeable will help them to ensure their
establishment remains a safe and drug free environment for the
community to enjoy responsibly.
“The CSP also works jointly with local groups in the district
that are able to offer support to people misusing drugs and will be
able to provide licensees with information about where people can
get help and support if they are concerned about drug misuse.
“Suffolk Coastal and the CSP are keen to continue working
closely with local licensees and maintain a strong community
presence so that residents are aware of our efforts to tackle drug
misuse and drug-related crime,” added Cllr Green.
Drug-related crime is relatively low in Suffolk Coastal, but by
offering support and education to licensees and helping communities
to tackle offenders, residents can be assured that their community
is safe and drug free.
For more information about the training event or the work of the
Community Safety Partnership residents can contact Suffolk
Coastal’s substance misuse officer on 07768 817607 or email
julia.catterwell@suffolkcoastal.gov.uk.