Sadiq Khan’s cannabis decriminalisation plans set to kick off in London
A pilot scheme could lead to the decriminalisation of the use and possession of cannabis in a ground-breaking move to fulfil Mayor Sadiq Khan’s re-election pledge. According to a leaked proposal published in the Telegraph, cannabis consumption and possession will be decriminalised in three London boroughs – Lewisham, Bexley and Greenwich – with the potential […]
Full or Broad Spectrum: What are the different types of CBD oils?
With so many unfamiliar words surrounding CBD oils – and the sheer number of products on the market – it is extremely easy to get confused. What is the best product? CBD isolate, broad spectrum or full Spectrum? While there may not be a clear answer to this question, here is a guide to each […]
Should hemp farmers be allowed to utilise the whole plant?
With the CBD industry booming, and the introduction of new regulations having increased the credibility of the brands that are here to stay, the UK’s policies around hemp cultivation are continuing to cause controversy among campaigners, farmers, and the general public. A YouGov survey commissioned in 2019 revealed that the majority of CBD users in […]
Understanding the UK’s hemp ‘grey area’
Despite the booming CBD industry in the UK, hemp farmers are unable to take advantage of the product they grow. While the fledgling CBD sector has now spread its wings, there remains significant confusion around the official guidelines of hemp cultivation, and the legality of hemp flowers and leaves in the UK. What are the […]
World’s first carbon negative medical cannabis cultivation facility to be built in the UK
In a historic move, a medical cannabis cultivator has agreed terms with a leading infrastructure investment fund to provide up to £22.5m to finance the building of the world’s first dedicated carbon negative medical cannabis cultivation facility in the UK. According to a press release, Glass Pharms is planning to build an advanced 2.5 hectare […]
Association of Psychiatry criticises Malta’s government for cannabis legalisation
Following the approval of the cannabis bill by the Maltese government and its signing into law by the country’s president, Malta’s psychiatric body has openly criticised the move. According to the Times of Malta, the Malta Association of Psychiatry said that the lack of planning surrounding the country’s new cannabis laws was “frankly frightening and […]
New study presents encouraging results for cannabis treatment for autism
Scientists in Israel have revealed the results of a recent study into the potential of cannabis formulations as a treatment option for autism disorder. The study aimed to understand how the two most common cannabis compounds – CBD and THC – could be useful. The study, which involved the administration of cannabis formulations in autistic […]
Adolescent cannabis use has plummeted in 2021, new study finds
Despite the legal cannabis market continuing to open up across the United States, a new federal study has found that cannabis use among adolescents actually decreased in 2021. According to a press release issued by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, a recent survey of substance use behaviours and related attitudes among eighth, 10th, and […]
Pfizer spends $6.7bn to enter the medical cannabis industry
Pfizer, the company behind one of the coronavirus vaccines, has announced the acquisition of a biotech company, marking their entrance into the ever-evolving medical cannabis scene. Forbes reports that Pfizer, an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation, has acquired all the outstanding shares of Arena Pharmaceutical for $100 per share in an all-cash deal, valuing […]
Drug consumption facilities: What are they and how can they be effective?
In recent years, the prevalence of drug consumption facilities has been on the rise as policymakers and governments gradually take a more liberal and evidence-led approach to drugs. They are often adopted as part of a wider harm reduction strategy to help ensure the safety of recreational drug users. It is undeniable that the use […]