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New scheme will steer first-time drug offenders towards medical help instead of prosecution

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New scheme will steer first-time drug offenders towards medical help instead of prosecution
New scheme will steer first-time drug offenders towards medical help instead of prosecution
Justice Minister says scheme ‘may be a more effective response’ for eligible first-time offenders
RTÉ News
RTÉ News🏁 first to report8 hrs ago
HSE scheme offers alternative to prosecution over drugs
Adults found in possession of small quantities of drugs can now be referred to new HSE scheme instead of being prosecuted.
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