The Drop - BDP

25/11/2025

20/11/2025

Today marks where we honour and mourn the Trans+ people who have lost their lives over the last year. We also reflect on the lives of trans people who have died due to drug-related death.

🏳️‍⚧️ We are recognise the impact of substance use related harm on marginalised communities.

🏳️‍⚧️ We also acknowledge that groups experiencing multiple forms of marginalisation - such as trans women - often experience the highest degree of harm.

🏳️‍⚧️ We aim to provide a culturally competent service that responds to the evolving needs of trans communities.

If you are concerned about your own or someone else’s drug use, get in touch:

🌐 horizonsbristol.co.uk

📞 0300 555 1469

18/11/2025

WEDINOS recently released their annual report on substances submitted to their service. 

👉 We've provided a breakdown of some of the key results identified from 2024-2025.

💊🌐 To submit a sample to WEDINOS, head to WEDINOS.org

04/11/2025

The Loop have recently released their 2025 data on M**A pills in the UK, let's take a look...

💊 342 pills were tested in 2025

📊 192mg was the average strength

📈 80-120mg is a ‘common’ adult dose

👉 97% of pills tested contained over 100mg of M**A

👉 42% of pills tested contained over 200mg of M**A

Want some more harm reduction advice? Visit us at:

🌐 bdp.org.uk/thedrop

30/10/2025

Are you planning on drinking or taking drugs this spooky season? 🎃👻🧹 Check out our harm reduction advice...

🎃 Start Low Take It Slow

Start with a small amount and wait at least an hour before re-dosing.

🎃 Read up

Check out harm reduction advice before you use substances If you plan on mixing substances, including alcohol and prescription medication, head to drugsand.me before hand to read up on how the substances may interact.

🎃 Look after your mates

Using alcohol and other drugs can make you more vulnerable to the behaviour of others so keep an eye on your mates. Out together, home together.

🔗 bdp.org.uk/thedrop

21/10/2025

Let's talk about systematic racism in drugs policy. 📈

We're nearing the end of so we're discussing the impact of drug policy on black people who use drugs. 

We'll be breaking down:

👉 How drug policies affect drug-related deaths

👉 How drug policies affect black people

👉 How these things impact black people who use drugs

For more information, check out The Colour of Injustice: 'Race', Drugs and Law Enforcement in England & Wales

18/10/2025

The latest report from the Office for National Statistics has revealed there has been an increase in drug-related deaths from 2023-2024.

🩷 We read this data with deep sadness for every life lost. Our thoughts are with the friends, families and loved ones of the people who are represented by these statistics.

🩷 BDP is committed to doing everything within our power to prevent drug-related deaths.

This unfortunate increase in drug-related deaths calls for further action from authorities to further implement harm reduction services and education across the country. For example:

👉 Wider access to Drug Checking Services

👉 More access to Naloxone

👉 Introduction of Overdose Prevention Centres

Let's explore the data further...

16/10/2025

Feeling the Fresher Pressure? Don't worry, we've got you! We'll be discussing all the tips and tricks you'll need to stay safer at uni... without the fomo! 🍻🫡

👉

Whether you’re using drugs for the first time or not, start with a small dose and wait at least an hour before re-dosing.

A new city means a new dealer, different batches and strength that may vary from what you are used to.

👉 Test your sh*t!

It’s always best practice to test your supply, especially if you’re buying from a new dealer.

👉 Don't try to keep up

it’s easy to take things too far when everyone’s having fun, but it’s important to go at your own pace. It’s better to go slow than go home early.

Alcohol and other drugs affect everyone differently, so don’t try keep up with your mates.

👉 Want more advice?

Drop us a message, give us a call or pop by our advice centre at 11 Brunswick Square.

📞 0300 555 1469

02/10/2025

🎉 Freshers Week may be over, but you can carry harm reduction practices with you throughout your whole uni experience!

🫡 Let’s see what this year’s freshers do to keep themselves safe on a night out! 💖

24/09/2025

Fancy getting your drugs tested in Bristol? 💊🦕 is back this Saturday at |

👉 This service gives an opportunity to receive a tailored harm reduction intervention based on information about what drugs are currently in circulation in the city.

👉 You can submit a substance of concern for drug checking.

👉 These samples will help us build a picture of the drug supply in the city, and this data will help keep people who use drugs safe from dangerous substances.

18/09/2025

Today, we're talking about taking breaks from chemsex.

👉 If you’re finding that your substance use is slipping out of your hands, or you’ve noticed it’s having a negative impact on your day-to-day, it may be time to hit the pause button. ⏸️

👉 Breaks can occur both between and within chemsex sessions. It’s important to take time to reflect the impact chemsex is having on you so you can stay informed and in control of your substance use. 🧠

If you want some support around chemsex, whether you want to cut down, stop completely or want to use in a safer way, get in contact:

🌐 horizonsbristol.co.uk
📞 0300 555 1469

Want to access sexual health testing? Get in contact:

🌐 yunosexualhealth.co.uk
📞0117 342 6900