Dutch Government to Ban Tourists From Cannabis Shops
The Dutch government on Friday said it would start banning tourists from buying cannabis from "coffee shops" and impose restrictions on Dutch customers by the end of the year.
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Netherlands: Five Marijuana Plants are Okay, No Matter How Big They Are
Private individuals can grow up to five marijuana plants at home before facing criminal charges, no matter how big the yield is, the high court ruled on Tuesday.
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Germany Plans to Legalize Medical Marijuana
The German health ministry has announced plans to legalize medical use of marijuana, prompting praise from advocates for patients with chronic pain and terminal illnesses.
Indian Scientists Foil UK Firm’s Plan to Patent Bhang
Those who enjoyed a glass or two of bhang in Holi may not have been aware that their favourite drink has just brought Indian scientists some cheer. They have successfully foiled bids to patent medicinal properties of this ancient intoxicant.
Foreign Potheads Seek Alternatives to Dutch Coffee Shops
Learning to grow their own weed or finding a dealer: French and Belgian potheads are seeking alternatives to the famous Dutch coffee shop as The Hague plans to cut off drug tourists.
All Drugs Should be Legalized to Beat Dealers, Says Former Minister
All illicit substances, including heroin and cocaine, should be legalised, according to a former drugs minister who will today become the most senior politician to push for a dramatic change in the strategy for tackling Britain's drug problems.
EU Rules Dutch Can Bar Foreigners from Buying Marijuana
EU judges have ruled that the Dutch authorities are not in breach of European single market laws by barring foreigners from buying the marijuana that is on sale to natives in the country's famous cannabis "coffee shops".
EU Ready To End Drug Prohibition
The European Union will not block any initiative of EU Member States to start the legal regulation of cannabis and other currently illegal drugs. This was repeatedly stated by Dana Spinant, the new Coordinator of the European Commissions Anti-Drugs Unit, at a Public Hearing on Drug Policies in the European Parliament today.
UK Proposes to Scrap Need for Scientific Advice on Drug Policy
Amendment removes requirement to appoint at least six scientists to Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs.
