Is cannabis legal?

Explore the legal status, impacts, and coping strategies regarding cannabis for UK teens.

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Understanding the Legal Status of Cannabis in the UK In the United Kingdom, the topic of cannabis legalisation often sparks a lot of debate. Unlike some states in the USA or countries like Canada and the Netherlands where cannabis has been legalised for recreational and medicinal use, the UK maintains stricter laws. Here's what you need to know about cannabis laws in the UK, how they affect young people, and strategies for dealing with the implications of these laws. What is Cannabis? Cannabis, also known as marijuana among other names, is a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant intended for...
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