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Welcome INTRODUCING OUR NEW S OFFICERS... CAMPU T here are two officers at the College, providing advice and support to students and staff across every campus. Cara Durnie has been in her Addictions Liaison Officer post since May. It’s a position that’s been jointly created by Ayrshire College and NHS Ayrshire & Arran to help anyone who wants to discuss substance misuse issues, such as alcohol or drugs. Cara Durnie Addiction Liaison Officer Even if it’s not yourself that’s personally struggling with these issues, you can approach Cara for support. She offers guidance on the dangers of drug and alcohol use and spotting the signs of addiction in others. Another key part of her role will be to challenge the myths surrounding so-called ‘legal highs’. Police Constable Lisa Thomson has taken over from PC Claire Walker – who featured in Issue 2 of Student Voice - in the Campus