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Inspire Young People Advice, information or support for young people to make a change to alcohol or drug use across West Northamptonshire

Going out this evening to celebrate the end of the school, college or uni year?Drink and drug spiking can happen at any ...
24/07/2026

Going out this evening to celebrate the end of the school, college or uni year?

Drink and drug spiking can happen at any time while you're out, so here's some top tips to keep yourself safe:

• Use an anti-spiking drinks cover or a bottle stopper, if they’re available.
• Keep your drink with you at all times.
• Don't accept open drinks from strangers.
• Watch your drinks being prepared.
• Look out for your friends.

If you think you've been spiked:

• Tell someone you trust immediately.
• Get medical help.
• Contact the police as soon as possible.

Summer often brings a feeling of freedom. The end of school, college or university and longer days can mean more opportu...
23/07/2026

Summer often brings a feeling of freedom. The end of school, college or university and longer days can mean more opportunities to socialise, attend festivals and spend time outdoors.

But excitement, alcohol, drugs and peer pressure can sometimes lead people to take risks they wouldn't usually take. If you are planning on taking drugs this festival season, understanding the risks and making informed decisions can help reduce harm.

Here are some important festival harm reduction and safer drug use tips.

Whether you're heading to a house party, meeting friends in the park or spending the day at the beach, a little planning...
20/07/2026

Whether you're heading to a house party, meeting friends in the park or spending the day at the beach, a little planning can help keep you safe.

Heat exhaustion and dehydration can happen quickly, particularly if you've been drinking alcohol, using drugs or spending long periods in the sun.

Most importantly, never feel pressured to drink, take drugs or do anything you're not comfortable with.

If a situation doesn't feel right, trust your instincts and leave.

We had a great time today at On Track Education's Summer Fete!A big thank you to everyone who came up to speak to us, an...
17/07/2026

We had a great time today at On Track Education's Summer Fete!

A big thank you to everyone who came up to speak to us, and got involved by trying on our cannabis goggles!

17/07/2026

Let's play a little alcohol true or false quiz!

Did you get them both right? Let us know in the comments!

We had a fantastic time at Northampton Pride this weekend!Spending time at local community events like this helps us to ...
14/07/2026

We had a fantastic time at Northampton Pride this weekend!

Spending time at local community events like this helps us to continue reducing the stigma around drugs and alcohol, sharing harm reduction tips and reminding everyone that no matter who you are, help is available.

Thank you to all who came to see us!

Alcohol Awareness Week isn’t about telling people whether they should or shouldn’t drink. It’s not about judgement, labe...
10/07/2026

Alcohol Awareness Week isn’t about telling people whether they should or shouldn’t drink. It’s not about judgement, labels or assumptions. Instead, it’s an opportunity for us all to pause and reflect on our relationship with alcohol.

Taking a moment to consider the role that alcohol plays in your life, and how it might be affecting you, doesn’t have to mean making big decisions or dramatic changes. Sometimes, it’s simply about checking in with yourself and taking small steps that are right for you.

If you’ve been thinking about your relationship with alcohol and would like some more information, advice or just to chat, visit: https://www.inspireservice.co.uk/discover/alcohol-support

Did you catch us at Daventry Pride last weekend?If not, don't worry as we'll be at Northampton Pride this Saturday! Come...
09/07/2026

Did you catch us at Daventry Pride last weekend?

If not, don't worry as we'll be at Northampton Pride this Saturday! Come and find us to talk about all things va**ng, alcohol awareness and harm reduction.

When we think of hangovers, we usually think of the physical effects of alcohol like headaches and feeling rough. Howeve...
07/07/2026

When we think of hangovers, we usually think of the physical effects of alcohol like headaches and feeling rough. However, for many, it’s the racing thoughts, sinking feeling and replaying conversations the next day which can feel the hardest to deal with.

“Hangxiety” is common, but it can feel overwhelming. While there’s no guaranteed way to avoid it, there are some small steps we can take to help reduce the risk of regretting the night before.

This Alcohol Awareness Week, we’re taking a step back and considering the role that alcohol might be playing in our lives. For more information, support and harm reduction advice, visit: https://www.inspireservice.co.uk/discover/alcohol-support

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