Labour’s proposal to ban smoking in pub gardens isn’t just an overreach of government power; it’s a direct threat to personal freedom, common sense, and the pub trade—a vital part …
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Moving into October, cannabis reform has been on the agenda of a number of countries across Europe. Now that campaigners and advocates are finally gaining recognition for their efforts, let’s …
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Could Belgium become the next European country to legalise cannabis?
It appears that Belgium could become the next European country to legalise cannabis after the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy and Employment, Pierre-Yves Dermagne, recently declared that …
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Does the Government’s £5 million fund to tackle UK drug deaths go far enough?
by Matt ReesFor those advocating a radical alternative to the war on drugs, lots needs to happen. In being such an intersectional agenda, a vision beyond prohibition would begin to reshape economic, …
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The impact of punitive drug policy on young people and their drug use
Amidst the evolving landscape of drug policy in the UK, an important debate is emerging. An upcoming report from First Wednesdays, Europe’s largest community of entrepreneurs and investors in the …
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Over the last few months, there’s been a push from the government to ‘crack down’ on antisocial behaviour and stamp out illegal drugs in communities. Why are the conservatives cracking …
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Australia becomes the first country to legalise psychedelic therapy
In February this year, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) announced it would allow medicines containing MDMA or psilocybin to be prescribed by authorised psychiatrists from 1st July. With the substances …
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The Drug Users Bible by Dominic Milton Trott is a well known 638 page harm reduction tome. If you’re pressed for time or in a social setting, you can now …
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“The public is more informed than politicians when it comes to drug reform”: How the Green Party are boldly making the case for progressive drug policy reform
by Matt ReesIn Britain, drug policy reform is an issue no politician wants to grapple with. Labour and the Tories are hellbent on pursuing a race to be the ‘toughest’ on drugs, …
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Germany’s draft cannabis legislation suggests 10% THC limit and yearly home grown restrictions
Many were disappointed with last month’s press conference that outlined Germany’s updated approach to cannabis legalisation. The new rules are set to be considerably watered down from the original cornerstones …