A legal drug consumption room—the first of its kind in the UK—opened its doors in Scotland Monday, hoping to provide a safe, supervised space for vulnerable drug users.
The Thistle, aimed at harm reduction in drug users, is officially serving the community in Glasgow's East End, operating 365 days a year from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The facility features eight injecting booths equipped with tilted mirrors, allowing nurses to discreetly monitor users. The lounge area is furnished with plush armchairs, double-sided bookcases filled with novels, puzzles, and mindfulness coloring books. Designed with the input of former addicts, the site also offers shower and laundry facilities, along with a covered outdoor smoking area.
