Advertisement

Cannabis legalisation not a good idea, says MLC

by isleofman.com 30th April 2014
A member of the Legislative Council and former police officer says he doesn’t believe liberalising the Island’s drug laws would help tackle the problem of drug addiction.

Earlier this week, former UK drugs policy advisor Professor David Nutt said the Isle of Man could be a good location to open Netherlands-style cannabis cafes.

But Dudley Butt MLC says he doesn’t think effectively legalising cannabis is a good idea.

He says he supported legalisation when he was a serving police officer, but changed his opinion:Clip 1
Posted by isleofman.com
Wednesday 30th, April 2014 02:36pm.

Popular Articles

Upcoming Events

Nobles Parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event in Nobles Park.  Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate...
3 May

Bridge Club

Monday is Bridge Day at the Onchan Pensioner's Social Club   We have two bridge clubs that meet on a weekly...
5 May
View More
Advertisement

You also might be interested in

Stephen Savage joins Quinn Legal’s Corporate and Commercial legal team.

Business

When the clocks sprung forward we lost another precious hour of sleep

Health & Wellness

The GFoGE guide to obstacle races & why should you do one.

Sports & Leisure

Why not take a "Wallaby" walk in the Curragh?

Nature & Wildlife

Hop-tu-Naa is an ancient festival celebrated on the Isle of Man

Visitor Guide

The Isle of Man hosts many traditional ceremonies throughout the year

Visitor Guide