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Drug Possession Policy Reform

The Home Office is evaluating whether to reform drug possession policy and create a sustainable legal framework for Safer Drug Consumption Facilities (SDCFs) in Scotland, following the pilot operation of The Thistle in Glasgow. The policy centres on whether to amend the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and prosecution guidelines to permit harm-reduction services including drug testing and inhalation facilities. Current status is active, with the Home Office considering evidence from the pilot but having indicated reluctance to change reserved legislation without clear evaluation outcomes.


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29 Apr 2022 | Policy paper Department for Education Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Department for Work and Pensions Department of Health and Social Care Home Office Ministry of Justice linked

From harm to hope: A 10-year drugs plan to cut crime and save lives

A 10-year plan to cut crime and save lives by reducing the supply and demand for drugs and delivering a high-quality treatment and recovery system.

26 Mar 2015 | Consultation outcome Home Office linked

Ketamine rescheduling consultation — outcome published

This consultation seeks your views on the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs’ (ACMD) recommendation to reschedule ketamine to Schedule 2 to the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 (as amended) (the 2001 Regulations).

3 Nov 2014 | Consultation outcome Home Office linked

Ketamine rescheduling consultation — consultation closed

This consultation seeks your views on the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs’ (ACMD) recommendation to reschedule ketamine to Schedule 2 to the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 (as amended) (the 2001 Regulations).

8 Aug 2014 | Consultation outcome Home Office linked

Ketamine rescheduling consultation — consultation opened

This consultation seeks your views on the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs’ (ACMD) recommendation to reschedule ketamine to Schedule 2 to the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 (as amended) (the 2001 Regulations).