Glasgow's drug consumption facility used over 1000 times

The Thistle, which opened on January 13, has seen 143 individuals use the facility 1067 times.

Nursing staff have supervised more than 700 injecting episodes, with users injecting cocaine, heroin, or both.

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Several medical emergencies have been managed at the facility, with assistance from the Scottish Ambulance Service required on some occasions.

All individuals who experienced a medical emergency have recovered and received further harm reduction and support from the team.

(Image: Newsquest) Councillor Allan Casey, city convener for addiction services, said: "We are really pleased with how things are going at this early stage.

"The Thistle is a new service, unique to Scotland. It is reassuring to know how well it’s running and it’s reaching the population it hoped to.

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"The team have saved lives and is helping greater numbers of people than we ever expected to in the first seven weeks of opening.

"There is no denying how much of a difference The Thistle is making to the lives of those using it.

Inside of the centre (Image: Newsquest) "Lives have been saved, people who have felt marginalised and distant from support are engaging with staff and the early feedback from service users and wider partners is positive."

The Thistle’s multi-disciplinary team has provided additional support to most of the people attending, including blood-borne virus testing, accommodation needs, and engagement with drug treatment and care.

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Wound care is the most frequent intervention on site.

The shower, laundry, and access to fresh clothes have also been well utilised.

The Thistle is open 365 days a year, from 9am to 9pm.