Press Release: Tuesday 1 September 2026

New health-led pathway for personal drug possession begins today The Health Referral Scheme begins today, giving eligible people found in possession of drugs for personal use the opportunity to engage with health services instead of facing an immediate criminal justice response. The Health Referral Scheme will allow An Garda Síochána to refer eligible first-time offendersContinue reading “Press Release: Tuesday 1 September 2026”