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Who does the wastewater testing?
The Home Office oversees the wastewater testing mentioned in the story. They work with scientists and environmental agencies to analyse samples from sewage treatment plants across England. This helps them track drug use trends, like the 26% rise in cocaine consumption since 2021, providing valuable data for policy and law enforcement.
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