Suspected drug deaths in Glasgow the highest in Scotland as victims 'failed'

Drugs deaths up 8% in Scotland

SUSPECTED drug deaths in Scotland grew by 8 per cent last year, according to the latest figures.In 2018 Scotland gained the unenviable title of having the highest rate of drugs deaths in Europe prompting then First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in 2021 to launch a five-year, £250 million “national mission” to turn things around.As the “mission” approaches its end in April, Scotland still holds that grim title, but after a fall in 2024, latest figures…

Drugs deaths increase in Glasgow again last year figures show

Suspected drug deaths have increased again in Greater Glasgow area last year.

Suspected drug deaths in Glasgow the highest in Scotland as victims 'failed'

Statistics released by the Scottish Government on Tuesday showed 1,146 people were suspected to have died from drugs, up from 1,065 the previous year.

Suspected drugs deaths in Scotland up from last year, figures show

The number of suspected drug deaths in Scotland rose by 8 per cent last year, new figures show

Drug deaths rise in 2025 under SNP's failed policies like consumption room

The Scottish Government has once again presided over a rise in drug deaths in Scotland as its policies to reduce them aren't working - including its facility where addicts can legally shoot up heroin and cocaine.

Suspected drug deaths static but official figures point to greater optimism

Suspected (left) and official drug deaths (right) in Scotland From Suspected drug deaths in Scotland: October to December 2025, published today, the above, and: There were 248 suspected drug deaths recorded during the period October to December 2025. This was 15% (43) fewer than the previous quarter (July to September 2025, 291 deaths), and 7% (16) more than the same calendar quarter in the previous year (October to December 2024, 232 deaths). T…