The Drug Intervention Programme [DIP] is a Home Office scheme for Class A drug using offenders with the purpose of enabling users to get  ‘out of crime and into treatment’. It is a key part of the Government’s strategy for tackling drugs and reducing crime.

The main aims are:
• To join up initiatives in the Criminal Justice System [CJS] more effectively.
• To develop an 'end to end' approach from arrest referral through sentence and beyond.
• To identify an integrated care pathway, which clearly maps the course of treatment for a drug
• abuser in the Criminal Justice System.
• To offer aftercare services and support to all people leaving treatment.

The single point of contact will ensure that the client has adequate support including:
• Addressing drug support needs.
• Housing issues.
• Help with employment.
• Access to treatment.
• Meeting their healthcare needs.
• Mental health support.

24/7 telephone support: 01473 252365