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U.K:Police go to war on dealers in misery Mark Foster The Northen Echo Monday 19 May 2008 Enforcement action will be combined with a full programme of education, advice, awareness and support activities in North Yorkshire. Particular focus will be given to the dangers associated with super-strength skunk cannabis during the multi-agency operation. As part of Grass on Skunk, officers will be tackling the use and distribution of that particular drug and other illegal substances. And they will be encouraging the public to take part and tip them off about dealers and other drugs activities in their area. Detective Chief Superintendent Steve Read said: "Together with our partners, we are determined to step up the fight against all drugs, and skunk cannabis in particular. "This potent form of cannabis has become increasingly prevalent in recent years and there is a body of evidence to suggest it can cause serious mental and physical harm. It is also seen as a 'gateway drug' to more addictive and damaging illegal substances such as cocaine and heroin. "Up and down the country, drugs are a scourge on society. They break up families and literally destroy lives. "We cannot bury our heads in the sand and pretend we in North Yorkshire have escaped this national problem. "The stark reality is that drugs are present in our communities and, worryingly, are often not far from our own doorsteps. "Therefore it is vital that we work together to tackle the issue from all angles - through strict police enforcement, education and awareness, and direct medical help, support and intervention." Support activities are being co-ordinated by the North Yorkshire and York Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT), which includes health agencies and fire and ambulance services. DAAT co-ordinator Sue Maddison said: "Too often, we hear about the problems that are caused by illicit drugs without the public having the opportunity to see the wider aspects of partnership work and how effective drug treatment and enforcement can be a part of a co-ordinated approach. There is a great deal of work that is undertaken by partners to tackle drugs which will be highlighted by some of the activities taking place this week." http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/topstories/display.var.2279694.0.police_go_to_war_on_dealers_in_misery.php
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