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More than a quarter of Scots prisoners admit drug use increased behind bars

More than a quarter of Scots prisoners admit drug use increased behind bars

The survey of inmates found about 35 per cent had used illegal drugs while 26 per cent said their drug use has increased or even started in jail.

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