GLASGOW'S drug problem is complicated and has been for many years, with every community affected in one way or another.

Different eras throw-up different problem drugs as society changes and dealers develop new products to appeal to new markets.

One aspect that never changes is the importance of people being knowledgeable about the dangers that exist, putting them in a position to help if someone gets involved with drugs.

People who may not feel their children are at risk from heroin may find so-called 'legal highs' are now a danger, while cocaine and amphetamines are present across the social spectrum.

The trade is so lucrative that dealers are marketing their drugs with catchy names and designs on pills to make them a brand to catch the imagination at a particular time.

Parents need to be informed of the changing nature of drugs and be able to advise of the dangers to keep children and young people safe and cutting off the demand.

And targeting the supply though the police going after the dealers ensures the fight is fought on two fronts, giving the best chance of reducing the amount of drugs on our streets.

The fight to keep our young people safe needs to continue on every level possible.