{"id":362,"date":"2025-08-15T11:52:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T11:52:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/?p=362"},"modified":"2026-03-30T15:31:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:31:12","slug":"drugs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/drugs\/","title":{"rendered":"Drugs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_section css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774627693892{border-radius: 0 !important;}&#8221;][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774628548158{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Classroom Resources<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774628458953{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;]<div id=\"cz_77081\" data-arrows='{\"open\":\"fa fa-plus\",\"close\":\"fa fa-minus\"}' class=\"cz_77081 cz_acc clr\"><div><div id=\"cz_77081\"><span class=\"cz_acc_child\"><div><strong>Drug and alcohol education<\/strong><small><\/p>\n<p>Cover the statutory Health Education requirements with our drug and alcohol lesson packs<\/p>\n<p><\/small><\/div><\/span><div class=\"cz_acc_child_content clr\">[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Category:<\/strong> Drugs, County Lines[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Audience:<\/strong> KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, KS5[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Developed by:<\/strong> Third Party[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Duration (minutes):<\/strong> 30+[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Keywords:<\/strong> drugs, county lines, alcohol[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The PSHE Association drug and alcohol schemes of work for key stages 1-4 have been developed for Public Health England. This pack includes lesson plans and resources for each key stage \u2014 with knowledge organisers included \u2014 as well as a comprehensive teacher guidance document, a briefing on the evidence base underpinning effective drug and alcohol education, and governors\u2019 briefing. Interactive PowerPoint lesson plans are also available, for members of the Association.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div><\/div><div id=\"cz_77081\"><span class=\"cz_acc_child\"><div><strong>Drugs and alcohol education for pupils with SEND<\/strong><small><\/p>\n<p>Support pupils with SEND to explore the facts, laws, risks and consequences associated with drug and alcohol use, as well as the dangers of household products and prescribed medications.<\/p>\n<p><\/small><\/div><\/span><div class=\"cz_acc_child_content clr\">[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Category:<\/strong> Drugs, County Lines[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Audience:<\/strong> SEND[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Developed by:<\/strong> Third Party[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Duration (minutes):<\/strong> &lt;60[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Keywords:<\/strong> [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>These lesson plans and slides are designed to be used flexibly, and can be adapted to meet the needs and abilities of your pupils. Each lesson provides several main activities for you to choose from, which are based on the progression stages outlined in our Planning Framework for Pupils with SEND.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div><\/div><div id=\"cz_77081\"><span class=\"cz_acc_child\"><div><strong>Preventing Involvement in Serious and Organised Crime<\/strong><small><\/p>\n<p>The lesson plans from the Home Office are designed to prevent young people becoming involved in serious and organised crime.<\/p>\n<p><\/small><\/div><\/span><div class=\"cz_acc_child_content clr\">[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Category:<\/strong> Crime and ASB, Drugs, County Lines[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Audience:<\/strong> KS3[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Developed by:<\/strong> Third Party[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Duration (minutes):<\/strong> 2&#215;60[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Keywords:<\/strong> [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The Year 7 lesson will help students recognise unsafe or coercive friendships. The Year 9 lesson explores the impact of serious and organised crime directly, including the example of young people involved in drugs supply with a focus on county lines (transporting drugs across counties).<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div><\/div><div id=\"cz_77081\"><span class=\"cz_acc_child\"><div><strong>Vaping<\/strong><small><\/p>\n<p>KS3 form time activities<\/p>\n<p><\/small><\/div><\/span><div class=\"cz_acc_child_content clr\">[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Category:<\/strong> Drugs[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Audience:<\/strong> KS3[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Developed by:<\/strong> Third Party[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Duration (minutes):<\/strong> -30 mins[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Keywords:<\/strong> [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>In these 3 form time sessions, students learn about social pressures around vaping, its impact, and the effects of nicotine on the adolescent brain.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div><\/div><div id=\"cz_77081\"><span class=\"cz_acc_child\"><div><strong>Vaping year 9 lesson pack<\/strong><small><\/p>\n<p>Consequences of vaping and challenging the influences that might encourage young people to vape<\/p>\n<p><\/small><\/div><\/span><div class=\"cz_acc_child_content clr\">[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Category:<\/strong> Drugs[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Audience:<\/strong> KS3[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Developed by:<\/strong> Third Party[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Duration (minutes):<\/strong> 60[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Keywords:<\/strong> vaping, consequences, harm[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>A year 9 lesson exploring the consequences of vaping and challenging the influences that might encourage young people to vape. Designed to follow on from the Year 9 lessons in our existing suite of drug and alcohol education lessons, this lesson will help students understand the impact of influences, influencers and marketing on vaping-related choices and behaviours, explain the consequences of vaping, including the environmental cost of e-cigarettes, analyse ways to challenge influences and misconceptions about vaping<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"cz_gap clr \" style=\"height: 50px\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774628136442{margin-right: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774628351736{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>QR codes to Drugs sites<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774628365339{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"><iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"d1only\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1177748825?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/api\/player.js\"><\/script>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]DC Nick Burnett from our Serious Crime Unit appeared on BBC Crimewatch Live to explain how QR codes stuck on lamp posts, bus stops and other street furniture are used to target the sale of illegal harmful drugs at children and young people, especially if they are found near schools.<\/p>\n<p>The QR codes feature bright eye-catching graphics designs, and the social media sites they lead to are designed to appeal to youngsters.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-1288\" src=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"268\" \/>In it we ask the public to let us know if they have spotted any of the suspicious QR code stickers, or to report it 100% anonymously to Crimestoppers.<\/p>\n<p>We also ask parents and carers to get in touch if their child or a child for which they are responsible exhibits any of the signs below as they can be indicators of illegal drug use. Our priority is to safeguard that child.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An unusual number of parcels arriving for them.<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained payments on any card or bank account.<\/li>\n<li>Decline in school or work performance.<\/li>\n<li>Significant changes in emotional or physical well-being, perhaps becoming aggressive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"cz_btn_right\"><div class=\"cz_9407_p\"><a id=\"cz_9407\" class=\"cz_9407 cz_btn cz_btn_txt_no_fx cz_btn_no_fx\" href=\"https:\/\/crimestoppers-uk.org\" target=\"_blank\"><span><strong>Crimestoppers<\/strong><\/span><b class=\"cz_btn_onhover\"><strong>Crimestoppers<\/strong><\/b><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clr\"><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<div class=\"cz_gap clr \" style=\"height: 50px\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774628136442{margin-right: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774629051921{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Cannabis Edibles<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What are Cannabis Edibles?&#8221; open=&#8221;true&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-346\" src=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cedibles-2-156x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cedibles-2-156x300.jpg 156w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cedibles-2.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 156px) 100vw, 156px\" \/>Edibles are food products that may contain cannabis. There are many forms of edibles, including sweets, gummies, and lollipops. They usually contain \u2013 or are marketed as containing &#8211; several chemicals, many of which are harmful and controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act (1971) including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the psychoactive compound in cannabis and can make people feel a range of effects, while cannabidiol (CBD) is the non-psychoactive chemical compound which does not have the same effect. Any CBD product containing THC is illegal in the UK.<\/p>\n<p>The sweet versions are widely available on the internet and via social media and may be easily accessed by young people. The packaging is often deliberately targeted to attract young people. There is NO quality control of these products.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What are the concerns about Cannabis Edibles?&#8221;]The amount of cannabis in these products can vary greatly and sometimes other harmful drugs are added too. The effects of consuming edibles are unpredictable, and it can be very easy to accidentally take a larger dose. Edibles take between 1-3 hours to have an effect because food is absorbed into the bloodstream through the liver. Because it takes longer, the person taking them may end up consuming larger amounts of the drug while thinking the drug isn&#8217;t working. As edibles may look like other products, there is also the risk someone may ingest them without realising they contain drugs &#8211; this could include other children in the home.<br \/>\n<strong>Displayed side effects may include: <\/strong><br \/>\nParanoia, panic attacks, nausea, impaired mobility, hyperactivity, elevated heart rate, hallucinations.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What can you do?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]We recommend monitoring food packaging\/wrappers, looking for wording such as CBD or THC suggesting the items are cannabis oil infused.\u00a0(See image right)<\/p>\n<p>For the latest information on drug trends, visit the Frank news <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talktofrank.com\/news\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Please be mindful of the medical needs should a child present with symptoms, or if you suspect they have consumed a drug-laced substance. In a medical emergency call 999.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Law&#8221;]Any drug with THC in is classed as a class B under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971<\/p>\n<p>If you are made aware of any social media accounts advertising these items, we ask you report this information to the police, school, or log your concerns anonymously using <a href=\"https:\/\/crimestoppers-uk.org\/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwKrqkYTu9gIVRbTtCh0cNwRUEAAYASAAEgIUcPD_BwE\">Crime Stoppers<\/a>.<br \/>\nYou can also report any incidents to us online: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon-cornwall.police.uk\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Devon and Cornwall Police<\/a>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_btn title=&#8221;View NPCC Presentation for professionals&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;default&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; 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href=\"https:\/\/www.wearewithyou.org.uk\/local-hubs\/cornwall\/services\/support-for-young-people\" target=\"_blank\"><div id=\"cz_5286\" data-position=\"top-right\" class=\"cz_5286 cz_image clr cz_image_no_fx center_on_mobile\"><div class=\"\" ><div class=\"cz_image_in\"><div class=\"cz_main_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/yzup.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full\" alt=\"Yzup\" title=\"yzup\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/yzup.jpg 400w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/yzup-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/yzup-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><div class=\"cz_gap clr \" style=\"height: 20px\"><\/div><a 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target=\"_blank\"><div id=\"cz_3056\" data-position=\"top-right\" class=\"cz_3056 cz_image clr cz_image_no_fx center_on_mobile\"><div class=\"\" ><div class=\"cz_image_in\"><div class=\"cz_main_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ysmart.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full\" alt=\"Ysmart\" title=\"ysmart\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ysmart.jpg 400w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ysmart-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ysmart-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><div class=\"cz_gap clr \" style=\"height: 20px\"><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/talktofrank.com\" target=\"_blank\"><div id=\"cz_8114\" data-position=\"top-right\" class=\"cz_8114 cz_image clr cz_image_no_fx center_on_mobile\"><div class=\"\" ><div class=\"cz_image_in\"><div class=\"cz_main_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ttfrank.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full\" alt=\"Ttfrank\" title=\"ttfrank\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ttfrank.jpg 400w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ttfrank-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dcdhub.org\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ttfrank-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"cz_gap clr \" style=\"height: 50px\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Classroom Resources QR codes to Drugs sites DC Nick Burnett from our Serious Crime Unit appeared on BBC Crimewatch Live to explain how QR codes stuck on lamp posts, bus stops and other street furniture are used to target the sale of illegal harmful drugs at children and young people, especially if they are found near schools. The QR codes feature bright eye-catching graphics designs, and the social media sites they lead to are designed to appeal to youngsters.In it we ask the public to let us know if they have spotted any of the suspicious QR code stickers, or to report it 100% anonymously to Crimestoppers. We also ask parents and carers to get in touch if their child or a child for which they are responsible exhibits any of the signs below as they can be indicators of illegal drug use. Our priority is to safeguard that child. An unusual number of parcels arriving for them. Unexplained payments on any card or bank account. Decline in school or work performance. Significant changes in emotional or physical well-being, perhaps becoming aggressive. Cannabis Edibles Edibles are food products that may contain cannabis. There are many forms of edibles, including sweets, gummies, and lollipops. They usually contain \u2013 or are marketed as containing &#8211; several chemicals, many of which are harmful and controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act (1971) including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the psychoactive compound in cannabis and can make people feel a range of effects, while cannabidiol (CBD) is the non-psychoactive chemical compound which does not have the same effect. Any CBD product containing THC is illegal in the UK. The sweet versions are widely available on the internet and via social media and may be easily accessed by young people. The packaging is often deliberately targeted to attract young people. There is NO quality control of these products.The amount of cannabis in these products can vary greatly and sometimes other harmful drugs are added too. The effects of consuming edibles are unpredictable, and it can be very easy to accidentally take a larger dose. Edibles take between 1-3 hours to have an effect because food is absorbed into the bloodstream through the liver. Because it takes longer, the person taking them may end up consuming larger amounts of the drug while thinking the drug isn&#8217;t working. As edibles may look like other products, there is also the risk someone may ingest them without realising they contain drugs &#8211; this could include other children in the home. Displayed side effects may include: Paranoia, panic attacks, nausea, impaired mobility, hyperactivity, elevated heart rate, hallucinations.We recommend monitoring food packaging\/wrappers, looking for wording such as CBD or THC suggesting the items are cannabis oil infused.\u00a0(See image right) For the latest information on drug trends, visit the Frank news page. Please be mindful of the medical needs should a child present with symptoms, or if you suspect they have consumed a drug-laced substance. In a medical emergency call 999.Any drug with THC in is classed as a class B under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 If you are made aware of any social media accounts advertising these items, we ask you report this information to the police, school, or log your concerns anonymously using Crime Stoppers. 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