Over two and a half thousand people sought addiction therapy for their cocaine use last year - more than three times the level from seven years ago.
10,664 people attended addiction services last year, up nearly four hundred from 2018, according to the latest figures from the Health Research Board.
Researcher Dr Anne-Marie Carew says cocaine users now represent a much bigger share of those being treated for their addictions.
Schools In Wicklow Receive Significant Funding Boost for Building Works and ICT
Wicklow schools are set to receive a substantial funding boost, with €800,000 allocated for minor building works and more than €1 million dedicated to ICT and digital infrastructure.
Rathdrum Town Team Formed To Support Community And Town Regeneration
The initiative aligns with the national Town Centre First Policy and has been developed in partnership with Wicklow County Council.
Irish Rail Advise Of Disruption To DART And Commuter Services Over June Bank Holiday Weekend
Iarnród Éireann reminds customers that a revised timetable will be in place this June Bank Holiday weekend on all routes.
Campaign Launched To Save Arklow's Rainbow Crossing
Installed in December 2021, the crossing was created following a proposal and sustained campaigning by Filmmaker, LGBTQIA+ activist, and Co-founder of Wicklow Pride, Dave Thomas.
Leave No Trace Ireland Launches “Love This Place” 2025 Campaign
The national awareness campaign is supported by partners including the Office of Public Works, Coillte, Sport Ireland, Waterways Ireland and Wicklow County Council.
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