Planning, platforms, participation: city resilience and illegal drugs in Belfast (original) (raw)

This paper explores the intersection of city resilience and the issue of illegal drugs in Belfast, emphasizing the challenges of operationalizing resilience in social contexts and the political implications of drug trade as indicators of urban problems. The research reveals how local perceptions of the drug crisis are intertwined with the city's neoliberal branding efforts, often sidelining important discussions about community safety and health. The analysis contributes to understanding the tensions between resilience planning and the socio-political dynamics within urban settings affected by drug-related challenges.