LINK Update

LINK Update: Changes to HRB/NDTRS LINK

1 min read - 12 Jun 2026

The HRB/NDTRS LINK system will be updated from today at 1pm. This will include minor changes including clearer wording for answer options on the Drug-related intimidation (DRI) module; and some questions relevant to Affected Family Members and process addiction support cases.   

Changes have been made to the available response options on the DRI tab for the following questions:   

Q13. What supports/interventions offered?  

New response option added: Support/intervention type unknown/not recorded.  

Response option removed: DRI Specific Information.  

Q14. What was the outcome of the intimidation?  

New response option added: DRI safety measures employed 

New response option added: Breakdown of family relationships 

New response option added: Negative financial implications of debt 

These response options will more accurately represent peoples’ experiences of DRI, ensuring the production of a more complete evidence base for research and policy development. 

Please refer to the updated DRI data collection protocol available on LINK and contact NDTRS@hrb.ie if you have any questions. 

 

1 min read - 12 Jun 2026

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