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Why is this Yorkshire town the ketamine capital of Britain?

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Barnsley is at the centre of soaring UK ketamine health problems, but nobody seems to be able to fully explain why. Fergal Kinney talked to some people with some answers, while photographer Nik Hartley visited the town one wintry day for an accompanying photo-essay.

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Why is this Yorkshire town the ketamine capital of Britain?

Barnsley is at the centre of soaring UK ketamine health problems, but nobody seems to be able to fully explain why. Fergal Kinney talked to some people with some answers, while photographer Nik Hartley visited the town one wintry day for an accompanying photo-essay.

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The Face broke the news in on Friday, March 27, 2026.
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