Will more funding cut addiction?
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17 years ago when Emma Heath from Star Recovery struggled with addiction, there wasn't enough public funds to help her.
Now, local authorities across England are getting set to benefit from almost £267million of government funding to boost drug and alcohol treatment.
Emma Heath and Gavin Sant from Teen Challenge discuss the level of local support given to Christian ministries to make a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with addiction.
Released on 12 Jan 2024
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