Research and analysis
Police carriage of naloxone: process evaluation
This report presents the findings from the process evaluation of police officers carrying naloxone to reverse drug overdoses.
Applies to England and Wales
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Naloxone is a life-saving drug that reverses the effects of an opioid overdose and can help prevent subsequent overdose deaths. Effective harm reduction requires the provision of naloxone to those who may be first responders at the scene of an overdose including police officers.
The Home Office commissioned Ipsos UK to evaluate police carriage of naloxone in England and Wales to understand the barriers and implementation and identify best practices through case studies. This research involved in-depth interviews with the police, NHS stakeholders and paramedics.
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Published 9 May 2025