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In preparation for the North’s biggest music festival Rockness fans are being reminded to stay safe when it comes to alcohol; overdoing it can ruin it.
Last year the event attracted a crowd of around 30,000 people per day.
NHS Highlands Substance Misuse Co-ordinator and Lead Nurse Dougie Montgomery said:
“Last year we saw some people overindulge [...]
Rockness revellers are being urged to play it safe to get the most out of this year’s three day music festival.
Health experts are reminding partygoers to drink plenty of water, to eat well and to avoid taking unnecessary risks when it comes to alcohol and illegal drugs.
Suzy Calderfrom the Highland Drug and Alcohol Action Team [...]
Revellers attending Rockness 2009 will benefit from a multi-agency approach to health, safety and security. This year’s festival is expected to attract around 75,000 people over a three day period.
Suzy Calder, Substance Misuse Strategy and Implementation Manager from Highland Drug and Alcohol Action Team (HDAAT) supported the partnership working:
“Rockness 2009 has provided a platform [...]
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