New powerful synthetic opioids behind sharp rise in Scottish drugs deaths
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Drugs category. Published on September 23, 2026 • Originally reported by Eve Livingston. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Drugs category. Published on September 23, 2026 • Originally reported by Eve Livingston. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Eleven per cent increase in fatalities last year partly down to presence of nitazenes in Scotland’s illicit drug market
New forms of a powerful synthetic opioid have contributed to a sharp rise in Scottish drug deaths, with the latest data showing an 11% increase in fatalities last year
Annual figures released by National Records of Scotland (NRS) on Wednesday recorded 1,133 drug-related deaths in 2025, 116 more than the previous year. The 2025 figures are the sixth highest on record.
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