Dame Carol Black GBE has been appointed to the role of
independent advisor to the UK government on drugs for a 3-year
term until November 2028.
As independent advisor, Dame Carol will work alongside the Joint
Combating Drugs Unit, and champion a whole system,
cross-government approach to tackling drugs. Dame Carol will also
advise on the local delivery of these approaches through
multi-sector local drugs partnerships.
Crime and Policing Minister said:
I am delighted that Dame Carol Black has agreed to continue in
her role. Her landmark review into drugs set out a clear path to
cut drug-related crime, save lives and strengthen communities and
I look forward to leading this work across government.
Together, we'll deliver on Dame Carol's recommendations to reduce
the harm caused by drugs - making our streets safer, our
communities healthier, and creating opportunities for every young
person to thrive.
Public Health Minister said:
I am pleased to welcome Dame Carol Black's reappointment as
independent advisor on drugs. Dame Carol has successfully built
trust across the whole system, and her continued leadership will
be vital as we drive forward a comprehensive public health
response.
With our investment of £3.4 billion ringfenced for drug and
alcohol treatment and recovery over the next 3 years, we are
committed to reducing drug deaths, supporting people into
recovery, and breaking the cycle of harm that affects
individuals, families and communities.
I look forward to continuing our work with Dame Carol to improve
drug abuse treatment services and save lives.
Dame Carol Black was appointed following a robust open
competition, conducted in the spirit of the Governance Code on
Public Appointments.
