Spanish Congress to debate legalisation of medical cannabis
Spain’s Congress is scheduled to meet next week to debate the legalisation of medical cannabis throughout the country. Speakers are expected to present scientific evidence on the matter as the lower house debates the potential action for the first time. Next Wednesday, 16th February, the subcommittee of the Health and Consumer Commission of Congress will […]
Spanish political party rejects the regulation of cannabis
Spain’s PSOE political party, which has been in power in the country for over 30 years, has rejected the regulation of cannabis after other parties introduce three proposals to permit recreational use. Despite cannabis being the most commonly used drug in Spain, the Government on Tuesday indicated that it had no plans to regulate the […]
The debate for cannabis legalisation continues in Spain
Following the presentation of a proposal to regulate medical cannabis in Spain, some experts have also urged the government to legalise the recreational use of the drug in the country. According to Spanish News Today, separate bills from three political parties – Podemos, Mas Pais and ERC – are all calling for a regulated and […]
Spain approves first cannabis-based medicine
The first cannabis-based medicine has arrived in Spain in order to treat those who suffer from some of the most severe medical conditions, such as treatment-resistant epilepsy. According to 20 Minutos, Epidyolex, an oral solution containing highly purified cannabidiol (CBD), has been approved in Spain by the Ministry of Health after a two-year trial that […]
Cannabis clubs face closure in Barcelona following Supreme Court decision
Famed cannabis social clubs in Spain are facing closure after a landmark decision by the Supreme Court that is set to close the legal loophole that has led to their popularity. According to The Guardian, the 200 cannabis clubs in Barcelona are now in jeopardy after the court decided to overturn its 2017 ruling that […]
Spain Could Legalise Medical Cannabis Very Soon
A subcommittee has been set up to examine the benefits of medical cannabis, which could eventually make Spain the next country to legalise the drug for medical use. Prohibition Partners reports that the Spanish Congress voted in favour of a proposal to establish a subcommittee to investigate the effects of regulated medical cannabis systems in […]
Cannabis Social Clubs in Spain Attract Millions of Tourists Every Year
Some people believe that they are the result of a legal loophole; others argue that the country’s tolerant drug policy allows their success and expansion. Either way, Cannabis social clubs are flourishing in Spain as increasing numbers of both locals and tourists are attracted to the safe environment that they offer. Increasingly, parts of Spain […]