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United Kingdom
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U.K. Police Chiefs Call for Decriminalization of First-Time Drug Offenses
U.K. police chiefs have proposed eliminating criminal penalties for first-time drug offenders who agree to complete a drug education or treatment program.
December 22, 2022
U.K. Researchers Launch Study Exploring Weed’s Effects on the Brain
A new study to be completed by researchers in the United Kingdom will explore how cannabis affects the human brain.
November 16, 2022
U.K. Home Secretary Supports Stricter Classification for Cannabis
The U.K.’s Home Secretary is considering classifying cannabis as a Class A drug, the nation’s strictest classification for controlled substances.
October 10, 2022
United Kingdom Blocks Bermuda Territory from Legalizing Cannabis
The United Kingdom has prevented Bermuda from following through with its cannabis legalization bill.
September 13, 2022
UK Hemp Co-Op Honored As Refugee Sanctuary
A hemp farm is making positive headlines in the UK for providing food and produce, as well as sanctuary, to refugees in need.
February 9, 2022
Report Calls for UK to Embrace Potential of Medical Cannabis Industry
A new report highlights how much legalization could support the UK's economy, from creating jobs to furthering the medical cannabis industry.
November 30, 2021
Channel Islands Fill Over 2,000 Medical Cannabis Prescriptions
With eased tax burdens and medical cannabis prescriptions, the Channel Islands are ushering a new economic sector.
November 15, 2021
Boris Johnson Open to Consider Legalizing Psilocybin Therapy in UK
Advocates have been pushing the prime minister to act for months.
October 22, 2021
Authorities Find Illegal Marijuana Grow Operation at Historic Castle in the UK
The Woodlands Castle in Great Britain was the latest historical site to be converted into an illegal cannabis grow operation.
June 7, 2021
Bitcoin Mine Discovered In Suspected Illegal Cannabis Farm Site
While investigating a suspected cannabis grow, UK police instead discovered a Bitcoin mine running on stolen electricity.
May 28, 2021