Angus anti-legal high campaigners have met politicians to bolster their fight against the sale of new psychoactive substances in the county.
Members of Montrose Against Legal Highs met Angus North MSP Nigel Don and Councillor David May to discuss the sale of NPS.
The Montrose group was started by Lyn Torrance, who wanted to stem the flow of the controversial substances in the town in a bid to protect her children and grandchildren.
The politicians described the partnership approach between police, politicians and other agencies that is ongoing to tackle the sale of the dangerous substances.
“The truth is that addiction of any substance can be felt across society and is not limited to the young or the vulnerable,” said Mr Don.
“It is a serious concern that psychoactive substances are available from high street shops. I will be asking the Scottish Government what further measures can be taken to support the police to rid our communities of the effects of thesesubstances.
“I am heartened and impressed by the commitment of Lyn Torrance and her group in raising awareness of this problem.”
The Scottish Government is bringing together various organisations to consider ways to deal with the sale of NPS.
The sale of legal highs is not restricted by the Misuse of Drugs Act because the chemical composition of the substances varies slightly from the illicit drugs they are designed to mimic and are, therefore, not listed on the register of controlled substances.
The law is also circumvented by labelling products as “plant food” and “not for human consumption.”
The substances do, however, bring about similar negative effects and side effects experienced with illegal drugs.
Councillor David May, a member of the group, added: “This problem is impacting on the health and wellbeing of all members of our communities and we must join together to support the work of the Government, the police and education.”