A conference highlighting the potential dangers of drug and alcohol misuse is taking place in the region next week.
The event, organised by Darlington Youth Service, will be staged in the town's Arts Centre, on Friday.
Guest speakers will include the former Health Secretary, Darlington MP Alan Milburn, chairman of the event Councillor Stephen Harker and Beverley Palmer, co-ordinator of the Darlington Drugs Action Team.
There will be presentations, workshops and discussions.
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