cannabis policy
cannabis policy · page 6
- Medical
Ukraine could legalise cannabis in light of impact of Russian war
The move will enable medical cannabis treatment for PTSD obtained as a result of the war and will provide treatment for cancer patients.
- Adult-Use
Thailand becomes first country in Asia to decriminalise cannabis
Under the new law change, people incarcerated on cannabis-related charges will be released from prison.
- Adult-Use
Renewed calls for cannabis legalisation from Portuguese political party
“The State must regulate the entire cultivation, production and distribution circuit.”
- Adult-Use
US Department of Justice tells Supreme Court to pass on medical cannabis case
One cannabis law expert says the federal government’s “hands-off” approach to cannabis needs to end.
- Adult-Use
Germany’s legalisation push has lit up the European cannabis market
“Most countries around Europe will be following the German lead,” writes Mike Sassano, CEO of Somai Pharmaceuticals.
- Medical
Patient’s cannabis case sets new precedent in UK court
A cannabis patient will not face a prison sentence after receiving legal support from Cancard.
- Cultivation
California Governor proposes slashing state’s cultivation tax
If Governor Gavin Newsom’s plans go ahead, cultivation tax could be eliminated in July this year, but retailers are expected to be hit with tax hikes to compensate.
- Medical
Guernsey to review legal status of cannabis
Guernsey will also explore medical cannabis as part of its post-Brexit economic recovery plan.
- Adult-Use
What can Uruguay teach the UK about cannabis policy?
Recreational cannabis has been legal in the country since 2013 – one think tank says Uruguay could help inform how to improve criminal and health outcomes in the UK.
- Policy & Regulation
London Drugs Commission launched by Mayor to assess cannabis laws
The Mayor of London is visiting LA to see what lessons could be learned in the UK in responding to the challenges of drugs.
- Policy & Regulation
FDA issues first warning letters for products containing delta-8-THC
Five US companies have been issued warning letters.
- Adult-Use
Another 4/20 celebration, another year calling for cannabis reform in the UK
The UK is trailing behind the rest of Europe when it comes to listening to public opinion on cannabis.
