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Scotland's drug deaths surge 11% to 1,133 in 2025, worst rate in Europe

Scotland releases 2025 drug death figures showing 11% increase

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National Records of Scotland reported 1,133 drug-related deaths in 2025, up 116 from 2024, bringing the decade total to over 11,000. The increase reversed a 13% fall the previous year.

Scotland releases 2025 drug death figures showing 11% increase
bbc.co.uk

“Deaths related to illicit drugs rose by 11% in Scotland last year to 1,133 as the country struggles to tackle the worst fatality rate in Europe.”

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National Records of Scotland (NRS) Official statistics bodyCatriona Matheson Professor of substance use, Stirling UniversityKirsten Horsburgh Chief executive, Scottish Drugs Forum

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