Embedding a public health and problem-solving approach when supporting those with problematic substance use who enter the justice system

Justice Services, South Lanarkshire Council

Embedding a public health and problem-solving approach when supporting those with problematic substance use who enter the justice system

Justice Services, South Lanarkshire Council

School of Education and Social Sciences

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Abstract

The workshop would focus on the findings and recommendations of the recent independent evaluation of South Lanarkshire’s Recovery Orientated Justice Service (ROJS) and the associated Hamilton Alcohol and Drug Problem Solving Court (HADPSC).

The workshop would be jointly hosted by a senior manager from the (ROJS) team and Dr Robert McLean (University of the West of Scotland) who undertook the independent evaluation.
The workshop would share information regarding the planning, implementation and development of the new service and the dedicated Court and would also focus on the data and findings of the independent evaluation conducted by Dr McLean over the pilot period of 2 years between 2023-2025.

Original language	English
Publication status	Accepted/In press - 9 Mar 2026
Event	Social Work Scotland's Justice Conference 2026: Celebrate Practice, Shape the Future - Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, United Kingdom Duration: 3 Jun 2026 → …

Conference

Conference	Social Work Scotland's Justice Conference 2026
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
City	Glasgow
Period	3/06/26 → …

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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2026 03 09 McLean et al Public accepted
Accepted author manuscript, 180 KB
Embargo ends: 4/06/26

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Embedding a public health and problem-solving approach when supporting those with problematic substance use who enter the justice system

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