Community drug and alcohol services to get Budget 2025 boost 

The Department of Health said this is in response to “growing demand” with over 21,000 cases of treatment for problem alcohol or drug use last year. Picture: iStock

Community drug and alcohol treatment services are set for expansion next year as a result of increased funding in Budget 2025.

The Department of Health said this is in response to “growing demand” with over 21,000 cases of treatment for problem alcohol or drug use last year — up 10% on 2022.