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Human Resources

Alcohol and Drugs Policy

The University’s Alcohol and Drugs Policy is designed to ensure that individuals are aware of the risks associated with alcohol/drug misuse and the potential consequences.

The University encourages individuals experiencing problems with drug or alcohol misuse to seek help as soon as possible.

Related guidance for line managers is also available.

Where can I access help/support?

  • The University’s Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). This is a confidential support service designed to help employees with personal and professional problems including psychological issues around alcohol/drug misuse. The EAP service is entirely confidential and individuals who use the service cannot be identified by the University.
  • Your HR Business Partner/Line Manager
  • Occupational Health
  • External sources of support
      • Change Grow Live – a charity organisation specialising in alcohol, drug and substance misuse. Services are free and confidential. https://www.changegrowlive.org/get-in-touch/contact-us
      • Drinkline – a government-funded free service, which can provide advice to the alcohol drinker, or anybody concerned about the drinker. Has a database of local support and treatment services that can help the drinker. Helpline: 0800 917 8282 Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk
      • Talk to FRANK – a government-funded free service, previously named the National Drugs Helpline. Can provide advice to the drug user or anybody concerned about the drug user. Has a database of local support and treatment services that can help the drug user. The focus of the helpline is for young people and concerned parents, but will also assist adult drug users. Helpline: 0800 77 66 00 Website: www.talktofrank.com 
      • Alcoholics Anonymous – the largest self-help group for people who acknowledge they cannot handle alcohol, and want a new way of life without it. Services are free. Helpline: 0845 769 7555 Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk 
  • University’s Wellbeing and Student Support Services or 024 7657 5570
  • Students’ Union Advice Centre or 024 7657 282