Debate contribution: Substance Misuse Court

Debate contribution by Mr Stephen Dunne on 14 April 2026.

MLA: Mr Stephen Dunne
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 14 April 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Substance Misuse Court
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5482259

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I thank the Minister for her answer. As of 2024, of the 276 people who had participated in the court since 2018, 117 have been convicted of a further drug-related offence, which is alarming. Given that almost £3 million has been spent on the programme since 2018, does the Minister have any concerns about its value for money to the taxpayer and, importantly, its effectiveness and efficiency?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3394/22-27.

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