7 July 2020
Researchers:
Associate Professor Penny Buykx, University of Sheffield (UK), University of Newcastle (Australia); Mr Andy Irving, ScHARR, University of Sheffield; Dr Lucy Gavens, Derbyshire County Council & University of Sheffield
Key findings
- The commissioning of alcohol services is generally seen to be a rigorous and transparent process, but is also time-consuming and anxiety provoking
- Local authorities are under pressure to both meet efficiency savings requirements and to make improvements to their local alcohol service systems
- Common system developments include integration of different service types, redesign of treatment models, enhanced system co-ordination and increased opportunities for peer workers, however, the effect of these developments requires monitoring
