Residents calling for drugs consumption room in Edinburgh

They say they're encountering used needles and anti-social behaviour on their doorstep every day.

Residents in Edinburgh have told STV News they’re encountering used needles and anti-social behaviour on their doorstep every day as a result of increased public drug injecting.

They’re calling for the introduction of a Safer Drugs Consumption Room in the city to help save lives.

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Last updated Oct 23rd, 2025 at 19:30

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