International Regulation
How Countries Legalise Cannabis Matters More Than Whether They Do, Lancet Review Finds
Thirteen years ago, Uruguay became the first country on the planet to officially legalise cannabis for recreational (adult-use) purposes.
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- Cultivation
Overwhelming Majority (80%) of Canadian Cannabis Now Sourced from Legal Distributors in Major Turnaround
Nearly 80% of Canadian’s now source their cannabis solely from the legal market, marking a stark shift away from the illicit market seven years after legalisation.
- UK & Europe
Switzerland Presents Draft Law to Regulate Cannabis
Two years after launching its first pilot projects for the regulated distribution of recreational cannabis, Switzerland is now laying the groundwork for full national reform.
- Medical Cannabis
Czech Republic to Decriminalise Cannabis from 2026 — But Medical Exports Already Booming
The Czech Republic has been pursuing a more relaxed cannabis policy for some time. In early June, the lower house of parliament approved a draft law amounting to partial legalisation. The Senate followed suit at the start of July, meaning cannabis will be fully decriminalised from 1 January next year.
- International Regulation
Cannabis in Thailand – The Clocks Turn Back
It once sounded like a miracle: Thailand was shifting from one of the world’s most restrictive cannabis policies to a more rational, modern approach to the traditional plant.
- US & Canada
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Renew Push for Cannabis Legalisation with Bipartisan Support
Two new bipartisan bills to legalise adult-use cannabis have been introduce by lawmakers in Pennsylvania, reiginiting hopes for advocates and potentially making the state the 25th in the US to push through such legislation.
- US & Canada
Delaware to Launch Recreational Cannabis Sales on 1 August
Delaware will become the 22nd US state to launch a regulated adult-use cannabis market when retail sales begin on 1 August, state officials have confirmed.
- Uncategorized
Public Health, Pilot Projects and Politics: Mapping Adult-Use Cannabis in Europe
We have delved into some of the key data and insights set to be integrated into the new site, providing a taste of what readers can expect. For further exclusive analysis into the European cannabis market, pre-orders for data packages are available now.
- Uncategorized
Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Initiative Hit by Major Setback as Campaign Group Fined For Alleged Voter Fraud
Florida officials have issued a cease-and-desist order and hefty fine against the campaign behind a proposed 2026 cannabis legalization initiative, citing multiple alleged violations of state election law.
