Drug Laws
Guyon Espiner: Wasted
All around the world, a truce is being called in the decades-long war on drugs. But still, in Aotearoa, cannabis is illegal and we convict thousands of people every year for low-level drug crimes.
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Medicinal cannabis change: 'More must be done'
A slight loosening of medicinal cannabis restrictions will do little to increase access, advocates say.
The Illicit Drug Monitoring System - Dr Chris Wilkins
What does the drug scene look like here in New Zealand? The Illicit Drug Monitoring System has released its annual snapshot of drug use, drug markets and emerging drug use in New Zealand. Dr Chris… Audio
Debating International Drug Laws - Jemma Brackebush
Associate health minister Peter Dunne has told a United Nations' conference on world drug problems the document up for debate doesn't go far enough in addressing the death penalty for drug related… Audio
World leaders meet at UN to debate international drug laws
World leaders and experts are debating whether international drug laws should be eased to reflect the times at the United Nations in New York today. Audio
UN debates whether to call a truce in the war on drugs
A debate is underway at the United Nations on whether international drug laws should be softened. Audio
World leaders meet at UN to debate international drug laws
At the UN a debate is underway on whether international drug laws should be eased. Audio
Police Assoc. boss - cannabis must be out of hand of criminals
The Police Association is calling for lawmakers to keep cannabis out of the hands of criminals if they're considering softening drug laws. Audio