Austin Smith: Reflecting on Two Decades at SDF

After nearly two decades at Scottish Drugs Forum, Austin Smith, our Head of Policy, Practice and Communications, has retired - leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of influence, leadership and change. To mark this significant milestone, Austin joined our CEO for a special episode of SDF’s Drugs Uncut podcast to reflect on his time in post - from how the landscape has changed, to what still needs to happen, and what has kept him going through it all. It’s a conversation full of insight and honesty