The UK has ketamine problem. Its use increased by 85 per cent between 2023 and 2024. Paul Kenyon investigates the global trade in the drug.

Ketamine, like other drugs of abuse,has been approved for medical use. But, it is being increasingly abused by individuals worldwide, causing serious health problems and concerns.

The death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry, who had high levels of ketamine in his system when he died, and the public use by tech billionaire Elon Musk have pushed ketamine into the global spotlight.

Ketamine-addicted teacher sent sexualised messages to pupil while in ‘K hole’ - Shane Lycett said he couldn’t remember sending the messages because of his drug-taking