About the Western Region Drugs Task Force

Mission Statement

To develop an integrated and well-managed response to drug and alcohol problems across the region
To propose a range of solutions and service interventions based on the four pillars of the National Drugs Strategy
To ensure that responses are monitored and evaluated according to best practice and value for money principles.

History of the Task Force

The Western Region Drugs Task Force (WRDTF) is a co-ordinating body established in May 2003. The function of the taskforce is to research, develop and implement, using a partnership approach, a coordinated, regionally-appropriate response to substance misuse.

The WRDTF which covers counties Galway, Mayo and Roscommon was established as one of the key recommendations of the National Drugs Strategy 2001-2008. Our overall aim is to significantly reduce the harm caused to individuals and society by the misuse of drugs through a concerted focus on supply reduction, prevention, treatment and research.