Links
Road Safety
- www.fuelleddriving.com – loads of info on driving safety specifically for young people
- www.r8urm8.co.uk - good driving really does have its rewards
- www.ridesafebacksafe.co.uk – the website for bikers by bikers
- www.dft.gov.ukthink - all sorts of info on road safety
- www.safe2travel.co.uk – Lancashire’s Road Safety Partnership
Getting Help
Whether you’re taking drugs or drinking too much and want to stop or know someone who’s got a problem, you might feel alone, desperate and worried about what to do.
We know that some of you might not feel comfortable talking to a friend, your parents or a family doctor so we’ve rounded up some of the best info and advice websites around. Check these out:
- www.talktofrank.com- help and advice specifically for young people. You can call them confidentially too on 0800 776600.
- www.knowyourlimits.gov.uk- info and advice about drinking too much and the consequences. You call also call them on 0800 917 8282 at any time.
- www.crew2000.co.uk - a great site for if you’re using or thinking about using drugs
- www.adfam.org.uk - pointing you in the right direction for help in your area
For more info visit:
- www.freevibe.com - get the low down on drugs and issues.
- www.re-solv.org - more info on solvent abuse and where to get help.
- www.wrecked.co.uk - more info on alcohol abuse and drinking sensibly.
- www.howsyourdrink.org.uk - do you think you drink too much? Visit this site to find out more
- www.addaction.org.uk - where to get help
- www.famanon.org.uk - if you’re worried about someone else
- www.drugscope.org.uk - visit the d-world site to get the facts
- www.imokta.co.uk - giving you advice on how to deal with issues that effect young people
Local contacts:
- Lancashire Drugs Action Team - 01772 647101
- Blackpool Community Safety and Drugs Team- 01253 651160
- Blackburn with Darwen Drugs Action Team- 01254 585104
