Now Available to Watch: UKAFNP Webinar — Opioid Withdrawal in Custody
Practical guidance to help you give evidence with clarity, confidence and credibility

Missed our recent webinar, or want to watch it again? We’re pleased to share that the recording of the UKAFNP Webinar | Opioid Withdrawal in Custody is now available for UKAFNP members to watch online.
Delivered by Matt Peel, this practical session explores opioid dependency and withdrawal in police custody, including the background, stigma, pathophysiology, assessment and management
What the webinar covers
This session focuses:
- Exploring the stigma around dependency and withdrawal
- The intersection of opioid withdrawal and custody/arrest
- The approach to assessment and management
- Dispelling some myths around opioid withdrawal
Whether you are new to forensic practice or already experienced in custody, this recording is a valuable learning opportunity and an excellent addition to your continuing professional development.
Members can watch now
The webinar recording is now available in the UKAFNP Members Area for members to access online.
Not a member yet?
If you are not currently a UKAFNP member, join today to gain access to this webinar and a wide range of additional member benefits, including exclusive educational content and resources designed for forensic nurses and paramedics.
We encourage all members with an interest in court work, report writing, and professional evidence-giving to take the time to watch this excellent session.
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