There is No Such Thing as a Safe Level of Alcohol Consumption
The idea that drinking small amounts of alcohol will do you no harm is a myth, claims Professor David Nutt
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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.
Nice People Use Drugs Too
New campaign pushes for an honest discussion of and approach to drug use in our society.
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.
Remembering the Victims of All Wars
CANNABIS CULTURE - November 11 is known as Remembrance Day in Canada, the UK and other Commonwealth countries, and Veterans Day in the US; a day of mourning for soldiers and civilians lost in international conflicts and a recognition of the sacrifices made by all victims of war.
Pot and Alcohol: A Tale of Two Countries
A report released on Monday argued that alcohol is the most dangerous drug in the U.K. by a wide margin, dominating even heroin and crack cocaine.
Handheld Drugs Test for Parents to Analyze Their Children’s Saliva
A disposable drugs test that allows parents to check if their children have been taking cannabis or cocaine by analysing a droplet of saliva has been developed by British scientists.
UK Police Leader Says: ‘Decriminalise Cannabis’
One of Britain's most senior police officers favours decriminalising the personal use of drugs such as cannabis to allow more resources to be dedicated to tackling high-level dealers, The Observer newspaper reported.
Cannabis Should be Licensed and Sold in Shops, Expert Says
Leading cannabis researcher calls for legalisation with controls similar to alcohol and tobacco.
Canada’s Military Won’t Probe Heroin Allegations
Canada's military won't investigate British media reports that Canadian soldiers are alleged to have smuggled heroin out of Afghanistan, sources told CBC News.
