The debate over whether to legalise cannabis has been rumbling on for several years with staunch supporters in both the pro and con camp.
Advocates argue that prohibition drives the black market while regulation could reduce crime, protect health and generate revenue.But senior doctors have warned the Government is ‘sleepwalking’ into legalising cannabis with dire consequences. How ludicrous is it that the controlled drugs under the Misuse of Drugs Act are not controlled by the state but criminal networks, who profiteer from cannabis and many other drugs?
Cannabis should be regulated, taxed, and controlled like alcohol. You can call it what you like, but can we finally bring an end to the prohibition of cannabis.NO - Professor Bobby Smith, Cannabis Risk Alliance People under estimate the risks posed by cannabis. It is clear that it can cause addiction, about a third of regular users showing signs of dependence.Cannabis is the main substance generating demand for addiction treatment in people under 25 years.
In spite of these harms, Canada and a number of States in the US have opted to legalise sale of cannabis for adult use. This includes a major upsurge in accidental poisonings of children after consuming their parent’s edible cannabis products.
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