One in four UK people fear a loved one drinks too much, survey finds Poll of 2,000 people appears to underline experts’ concerns of growing ‘epidemic’ of addiction to alcohol or drugs The Guardian - UK · Oct 5, 2025
What we’re reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in August Writers and Guardian readers discuss the titles they have read over the last month. Join the conversation in the comments The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2025
Britain has an addiction crisis – is 12-step recovery the answer? The tenets of Alcoholics Anonymous have been replicated across different forms of addiction treatment, while numerous studies have proven their effectiveness. So why do they remain misunderstood, asks Anna Wolfe The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2024
Affected by someone else’s drinking? 3 key pieces of advice for loved ones of alcoholics When a family member is suffering from alcoholism, those closest to them are often impacted too. By Yolanthe Fawehinmi. The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2023
I gave up booze and am having more fun than ever. These seven tips could help you do the same What’s life like without alcohol? You’ll save a fortune, really enjoy nights out – and even have better sex The Guardian - UK · Feb 10, 2023
Firefighters remain at scene of massive Dundee blaze FIREFIGHTERS have worked “extremely hard” to tackle a large blaze at an old furniture store in Dundee, the fire service has said. The National (Scotland) · Nov 13, 2022
5 signs your at-home drinking is something to worry about As a major study finds lockdown has led to higher rates of drinking at home, Lauren Taylor asks experts how to spot if we have a problem. The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2022