We can't list all the Local Advice Centres for drug or alcohol addiction in the U.K. here. There's too many. However, a list of U.K. services for those with an alcohol problem is available at the Alcohol Concern website. Most of those agencies also deal with drug problems, so this is a good place for anyone living in the U.K. to begin looking for Local Advice Centres.
Local Advice Centres are there to help you take a look at your use of drugs or alcohol - and to check out if you have a problem. If you decide that you do have a problem, then they'll help you to plan some form of action to begin to tackle it.
This could require a decision to cut down on your drinking or drug use, but if you've become dependent, it's likely you'll need professional help. This might involve personal counselling at the Advice Centre, or you may need more intensive therapy - in which case the Advice Centre will be able to refer you on to a Day Care or Residential facility.
If you're concerned about a family member or friend who seems to have a drug or alcohol problem, your Local Advice Centre will be able to tell you what symptoms to look out for. This might help you to determine the reality of the situation. They'll also be able to offer you advice on what action, if any, you could take - both to protect yourself and to help your relative or friend.
Advice Centres are not just for those who have a drug or alcohol problem. They are there to give help and support to anyone who is affected by substance abuse. That includes the family and friends of substance abusers.