Dorset DAAT has achieved the overall rating of 'good' in the national review by the Healthcare Commission and National Treatment Agency for meeting the needs of diverse communities and those who require residential or inpatient drug treatment.

• 2010 National Drug Strategy Consultation (until 30th September 2010)

  The government plans to publish a new Drug Strategy in December 2010. Ministers have agreed the new strategic vision and broad themes for the Drug Strategy which will set the framework for the future delivery of drugs policy. This is your opportunity to comment and make suggestions which may influence the new national strategy. Consultation closes 30th September 2010.

• General information on drugs and alcohol

  Links to organisations which can provide information on drugs and alcohol.

• Dorset drug and alcohol services which can help

  Links to services across Dorset offering advice, information and support, harm reduction and needle exchange services, treatment and aftercare, services for people who have been involved in the criminal justice system, and independent service user peer support and representation.

• Have your say

  The Dorset Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT) always welcomes feedback on drug and alcohol issues in Dorset.

• Support for family, friends and carers

  Links to services which offer information and support for those affected by someone else's drug or alcohol use.

• Dorset Drug and Alcohol Action Team

  The Dorset Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT) is a multi-agency partnership responsible for the local implementation of national government drug and alcohol strategies and the commissioning of local drug and alcohol services.

• Drug and alcohol treatment system job vacancies and volunteer opportunities

  Current employment and volunteer opportunities for the Dorset Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT), Drug and Alcohol Treatment System and other regional posts which we have been notified about.

• Drug and Alcohol Action Team Co-ordinator
  Name: Mr Lee Bayliss
  Email: l.bayliss@dorsetcc.gov.uk
  Tel: 01305 224100
  Fax: 01305 224297
  Full details for Mr Lee Bayliss
• Drug and Alcohol Action Team Co-ordinator
  Name: Mr Andy Vickers
  Email: a.vickers@dorsetcc.gov.uk
  Tel: 01305 224100
  Fax: 01305 224297
  Full details for Mr Andy Vickers