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Al-Anon
- Network of non-denominational spiritual support groups for relatives of those affected by alcoholism. Features local information, FAQ and a section for professionals.
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Alcohol and You
- A collection of resources about alcohol, its physical effects, and related issues in society, with notes, lesson plans, and resources for students and teachers.
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Alcohol Concern
- A registered charity set up in 1984 to increase the services available to people with alcohol-related problems. Includes factsheets.
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Alcohol Focus Scotland
- Scotland's national charity for alcohol issues presents information on its work, leaflets, events and training, plus background information about alcohol.
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Alcohol Information Scotland
- Provides a wide range of information for Scotland relating to alcohol, including statistics, research, publications, key policy documents and practice guidelines.
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Apas
- An independent service attempting to reduce the harm and problems caused by alcohol. Offers links to community services and crime facts.
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Cheers
- Offers a comprehensive range of resources about alcohol in Scotland, with advice sections, directory of local and national services and sources of information and help, and a section on Scotland's licensing legislation.
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Designated Driver
- Provides information about a promotion which allows designated drivers to obtain free soft drinks at selected outlets. Northern Ireland only.
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The Drink Aware Trust
- Promotes responsible alcohol consumption, with numerous articles and interactive features, including a units calculator and an online drinking diary, with tips on cutting back.
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Drinking and You
- Offers advice on sensible and moderate alcohol consumption, including facts, figures and downloadable booklets.
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Drunken Disorderly Inn
- Spoof site from Greater Manchester police which likens its cell accommodation to a hotel chain, with descriptions of the rooms and facilities, star ratings and downloadable "brochures". Attempts to caution against excess drinking in a humorous way.
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FAS Aware UK
- Provides information, advice and guidance about the effects of alcohol during pregnancy and its impact on children throughout their lives; includes newsletter, support contacts, and resources.
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FASD (Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders) Trust
- Works to raise awareness of FASD, provide support for people born with FASD and their families, and to prevent the conditions; with information resources, details of conferences and events, and contacts.
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Institute of Alcohol Studies
- Undertakes research on alcohol issues to assist health professionals, students and youth workers. Includes news and UK reports.
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Know Your Limits
- Offers information and advice to Northern Ireland residents on enjoying alcohol responsibly, including information on units and binge drinking, plus details of local helplines and services.
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LifeRing UK
- A network of secular support groups for people who want to live free of alcohol and other addictive drugs; includes details of their programme and links to addiction support services and resources in the UK.
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National Association for Children of Alcoholics
- Provides advice, information and support to those working with children of alcoholics.
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National Organisation on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Focuses on educating communities on the dangers of alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Contains reports and news, plus details of a helpline.
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Recover
- Support group helping people with alcohol and drug problems find the right solution, includes articles and details of treatments and counselling service.
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Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems
- Independent medical advocacy organisation working to reduce the negative impact of alcohol in Scotland. Features policy information, publications and details of research and events.
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Welsh Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Informs about the dangers of substance abuse for the people of Wales. Includes facts about narcotics and liquor dependence.
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