nursery school.

Kenneth "Eggs'' Smith, 52, of York Street, St. George's was found guilty of possession of heroin with intent to supply, possession of cannabis with intent to supply, and possession of empty plastic bags, cigarette papers and bag ties which was equipment fit and intended for use in connection with a controlled drug.

Magistrate Edward King said: "The strength of illicit drugs is tearing up this community.

"Those who supply must be dealt with harshly by way of an immediate custodial sentence.'' Smith was sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment for possession of heroin with intent to supply and an additional 12 months for being in an increased penalty zone.

On the possession of cannabis charge, Smith was sentenced to 28 days' imprisonment, 12 months for being in an increased penalty zone.

For possessing drug paraphernalia, the plastic bags and cigarette papers, Smith was imprisoned for 28 days, and 12 months for being in an increased penalty zone.

Smith will serve two years for possession with intent to supply heroin. The possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia offences will be served concurrent to the first charge.

Mr. King said: "You must be taken out of circulation.''