Abstract: This report was compiled as a supporting document for the evaluation of the 2005-12 EU drugs strategy and its two action plans: 2005-08 and 2009-12. It reviews the main trends and changes in the European drug situation and in the responses developed by the EU Member States. Four main areas are covered by the report: drug use and drug-related problems; drug supply; drug policies; and demand reduction interventions.
Keywords: AOD use; cannabis; amphetamines; ecstasy; cocaine; hallucinogens; gamma-hydroxybutyric acid; ketamine; opioids in any form; HIV infection; Aids; hepatitis C; AODR mortality; AOD supply; law; monitoring; internet; drug market; drug trafficking; public policy; prevention; treatment and maintenance; harm reduction; prison-based health service; prison-based prevention; recommendations or guidelines; international area; Europe