Reports on Alcohol Diversion Schemes (ADS) in Herts and Derbyshire have been released by Druglink.
The schemes were set up to reduce alcohol-related crime and disorder by offering those fined for alcohol-related offences the chance of a reduced payment by attending a 3 hour course. Individuals given Penalty Notices for drunk & disorderly, drunk & incapable or Section 5 Public Order offences were offered the option of halving the £80 fine to a £40 course attendance fee.
Druglink says the course encourages 'offenders to face up to the reality' of their behaviour in terms of personal health risks, whilst also being 'encouraged to think of the consequences of alcohol fuelled violent behaviour to others around them.' The reports provide further details of the project including feedback from participants and course outcomes based on surveys. > > > > Read More
