A CONSULTATION has opened to offer support to those with drug and alcohol problems.

Warwickshire County Council wants to work closely with service users, their families and key partners within health, social care, housing, employment and the criminal justice system.

The consultation seeks wide ranging views to influence and shape the proposed new service.

Warwickshire county councillor Les Caborn, portfolio holder for health said: “New guidance and a requirement to deliver effective targeted services within budget, have resulted in a rethink of the way we work and the support we provide to people living with drug and alcohol problems in Warwickshire.

“In consulting on drugs and alcohol services in Warwickshire, our priority is to ensure targeted support for those with the greatest need.

“The views of Warwickshire residents are central to the redesign of services which will ensure appropriate needs based support is available.

“The opinions of service users are essential to help us make the right decisions and I invite anyone with an interest in these services to take part in this consultation.”

The consultation will run for six weeks until Friday July 21.

During this time people will have the opportunity to find out more about the council’s proposals, and share their views.

People can respond to the consultation by completing an online survey at warwickshire.gov.uk/ask