New drugs-awareness programme launched for senior cycle students

Know The Score is the first evidence-based resource on alcohol and drugs for 15- to 18-year-olds, and has been developed by medical experts, teachers and young people themselves.

The country's first evidence-based programme on drugs and alcohol is being rolled out for senior cycle students nationwide.

'Know The Score' is a new resource for teachers aimed at highlighting the risks associated with substance use among teenagers.