That’s according to David Lane who’s the HSE South West general manager for social inclusion. His responsibilities include developing drug policies to reduce harm and supporting recovery and rehabilitation for those with addictions.
Last week on the show, Treasa Murphy spoke to residents living in Ogham Rian, Tralee.
They say non-residents are visibly taking drugs in the estate and are leaving needles and other drug paraphernalia. An eleven-year-old girl stood on a used needle which penetrated the sole of her runner. David Lane gave his response to Treasa.