26 Apr 2018

Gisborne's P crisis

From Afternoons, 1:21 pm on 26 April 2018
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Photo: RNZ/ Nick Monro

Gisborne has a desperate need for a methamphetamine detox and rehab centre with support for P users in the region stretched to breaking point.

Community workers say methamphetamine use in Gisborne is increasing and the resources needed to manage those seeking support is inadequate.

Ka Pai Kaiti manager Tuta Ngarimu says the situation is desperate.