DASAT

“To enable individuals, families and communities in Orkney 
to minimise the harmful use and effects of drugs, alcohol and smoking.”

---

Know the Facts
Know the Score: Information and Advise on Drugs in Scotland

Information Line: 08005875879. Calls from landlines are free and won't show up on the phone bill. Calls from a mobile vary in cost depending on which network you're on and might show up on the bill.

FREE PLACES AVAILABLE ON STRADA COURSES

Applicants normally required to pay a fee to attend STRADA courses can take advantage of subsidised places available on the next 4 courses. Contact DASAT or click here for further details.

Orkney Info-net - information about local and national organisations and agencies that provide support and services to the community in Orkney.

---

---

Orkney DASAT was established in 1995 in response to the government requirement that local areas set up Drug Action Teams within Health Board boundaries. This was an amalgamation of previously separate alcohol, drugs and smoking forums.

What is DASAT?

• it is a multi agency group tasked with coordinating strategy in order to reduce harmful substance use in Orkney
• publishes a three year Orkney strategy
• produces annual Orkney action plans
• comprises of key services and organisations in both statutory and voluntary sectors
• works with agencies who work directly and indirectly with substance use/ those effected by substance use
• provides a platform for sharing information across partners
• informs local strategic planning based on local need and national priorities
• informs the Scottish Executive of local issues and progress made
• influences public policy and national strategy
• raises awareness and promotes positive health and safer communities
• promotes best practice and sets standards for both prevention and treatment services
• maximises the use of inter agency resources
• promotes seamless Health/Social Care
• promotes user and carer participation in the planning and delivery of strategy and services

DASAT STRUCTURE

Orkney DASAT has recently changed its structure in line with national recommendations that have highlighted the need for both a strategic and operational level of action. DASAT's membership and structure is constantly under review to ensure that all agencies with a part to play in tackling substance misuse issues are represented. This includes a commitment to engage service users in this process.

DASAT MEMBERS

• Substance Misuse Development Officer, DASAT
• Northern Constabulary
• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Health Promotion Service , NHS Orkney
• Orkney Alcohol Counselling and Advisory Service
• Education and Recreation Services, OIC
• DASAT Coordinator, DASAT
• Finance and Housing, OIC
• Non Executive Member, NHS Board
• Community Social Services, OIC
• Consultant in Public Health, NHS Orkney
• Elected Representative and Chair of Social Work and Housing Committee, OIC
• Mental Health and Substance Misuse Service Manager, Joint OIC and NHS
• Environmental Health Services, OIC
• Orkney Area Licensing Board

The Orkney Drug, Alcohol and Smoking Action Team comprises the Strategy Group and the DASAT Operational Group and a Services sub-group. Additional short-life sub-groups convened as necessary and appropriate.

DASAT Strategy Group – reflects the Scottish Executive guidance for all Drug and Alcohol Action Teams across Scotland. It is a strategic group with a remit to influence the strategic direction and planning of member organisations, and to co-ordinate activity to tackle substance misuse throughout Orkney. The Strategy group meets at least three times per year (February, June and November) to coincide with the national ADAT and SAAAT meetings.

DASAT Operational Group – is a multi-agency group convened to provide support to the DASAT Strategy group members in creating, reviewing and implementing the DASAT Strategy and Action Plans. It co-ordinates and delivers activities to address substance misuse in Orkney. There is wide representation on this group from both the statutory and voluntary sectors to ensure appropriate multi-agency responses to substance misuse in Orkney. The Operational Group meets at least four times per year (March, June, September and December) to support the DASAT Strategy Group.

DASAT Services Sub-group – is made up of key service providers, delivering services for those experiencing or affected by substance related problems. The group acts as a forum for service providers to discuss issues which affect service provision. It plays a key role in exploring service needs and pursuing opportunities to develop appropriate services for Orkney.

The last 3 years have involved the establishment of these groups and developed effective partnership working. As DASAT move into the next phase of development, the emphasis is on consolidating partnerships and focusing on quality service delivery. The other main priority is to ensure that DASAT has a high profile in the community and is seen as accessible to all.