Report warns alcohol abuse and drugs ‘are behind most crimes’ - The Times 24th March 2008

Hard drug use and heavy drinking have been highlighted as key problems for Britain in a study by the Government’s Strategy Unit. The report also gives warning of changing trends in gun crime, including the use of firearms to “win respect”, particularly in urban areas. The study suggests that the criminal justice system would be unable to cope with law and order problems unless it undergoes sweeping reforms. It says that changes over the past ten years have not led to higher public satisfaction with the overall system.

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