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Item No 09 - Glasgow City Alcohol and Drug Partnership Strategy Refresh 2023-2026

To advise of and seek approval from the Integration Joint Board (IJB) for the Glasgow City Alcohol and Drug Partnership’s (ADP) strategy refresh covering the period 2023-2026.

Item No 19 - Community Link Worker Programme 2024-25 - Additional SG Funding

The purpose of this report is to update the IJB on the offer of additional Scottish Government funding for the Community Links Worker Programme from 2024/25; and to note the approval by the Chief Officer and Chief Officer Finance and Resources, under delegated authority, on the ground of urgency.

Public Protection Bulletin - 25 July 2024

Public Protection Bulletin dated 25 July 2024 in relation to safeguarding adults and children.

Annual Performance Report 2023 to 2024

Primary Care Improvement Plan (PCIP) Bulletin - July 2024

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SARCS recognised for work with survivors of rape and sexual assault

Staff from Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership’s (HSCP) Archway Glasgow, West of Scotland Sexual Assault Service (SARCS) attended an afternoon reception held for delegates from SARCS across the UK, on 1 May at Buckingham Palace. 

Gaynor Steele, Nurse Team Lead and Dr Deb Wardle, Lead Consultant were at the reception, which was hosted by Her Majesty the Queen in recognition of SARC services to thank those who support survivors of sexual assault and to mark the re-launch of Her Majesty’s Wash Bags project.

Glasgow bids to run drug-checking service at Hunter Street

An application to run a drug-checking pilot in Glasgow has been submitted to the UK Government Home Office.

Drug checking services enable people who use drugs to have their drugs chemically analysed and receive information on the content of submitted samples. Services are both confidential and anonymous. In addition to providing information about what is in a drug sample, trained staff can offer harm reduction advice and support, brief interventions and access to treatment services.

Join us for Meander for Mental Health 2024 on 14 September

Come and join us on the grounds of Leverndale Hospital for the fifth year of Meander for Mental Health! This year’s event will take place on Saturday 14 September and will offer the opportunity to explore our beautiful grounds, as well as green spaces in Crookston and the surrounding areas. With free events and activities happening all day, from guided walks to running, yoga, tai chi, dance and face painting, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Update on Safer Drug Consumption Facility

Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is working with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) and other partners to develop a pilot Safer Drug Consumption Facility (SDCF). The service, which will be the first of its kind in the UK, will open later this year. We aim to reduce the harms associated with injecting drugs, and support people to access help to improve their lives and to reduce the negative impact that injecting outdoors has on local residents, communities and businesses.

Mental health support for young people aged 10 to 26 years in Glasgow

Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) funds mental health provision that is quickly and easily accessible to a range of young people dependent on their needs. Our online services Kooth and Togetherall have now been renewed until March 2025.

Both services are evidence-based, clinically moderated, 24/7 online peer to peer mental health communities, commissioned by the HSCP and freely available to young people with a Glasgow postcode.