NSPCC reports over 200 referrals due to parental substance misuse impacting children in Northern Ireland.

In 2023/24, the NSPCC made over 200 referrals to police and social services in Northern Ireland due to concerns about parental alcohol or substance misuse affecting children, averaging over four referrals a week. One in five UK children are impacted by a parent's drinking issue. The NSPCC and Nacoa emphasize that children should not blame themselves and have the right to feel safe at home, offering support through helplines.

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