A recent poll found that over half of respondents from The Standard support the decriminalisation of cannabis in the UK, coinciding with a recommendation from London Mayor Sadiq Khan's independent commission. Currently classified as Class B with harsh penalties, cannabis remains highly popular, with many young adults having tried it. The proposal, suggested by the London Drugs Commission, would shift regulation from strict criminal penalties to a more regulated framework, aiming to mitigate drug-related crime and allow for proper governance of the cannabis market, including sales and taxation.
Sir Sadiq Khan noted that the current punishment for possession of natural cannabis is unjustifiable considering its relative harm and people's experiences with the justice system.
The London Drugs Commission's report presents a strong, evidence-based argument advocating for the decriminalisation of small amounts of cannabis to reduce drug-related crime.
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