UK farmers encouraged to ‘grow hemp without a licence’ in protest
A leading producer of industrial hemp in the UK is calling for an end to the countries hemp licensing regime, and for farmers to take direct action to grow hemp…
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Kevin Dinneen
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Kevin is leafie's cofounder and head of the news desk. He is passionate about cannabis, the countryside and fish and chips.
Cannabis used as a substitute for prescription medicines survey shows
Cannabis consumers frequently use it to replace prescription medicines, according to a survey published in The Harm Reduction Journal this month. The survey, conducted by a team from the Center…
Psilocybin repairs ‘brains cells damaged by depression’ Yale study shows
A new study by researchers at Yale University has shown that a single dose of psilocybin given to mice prompted an immediate and long-lasting increase in connections between neurons. Psilocybin…
THC content of resin increasing, psychedelic use up – European Drug Report
The THC content of cannabis resin in Europe is higher now than it has ever been and psychedelic use and availability is on the rise, according to a recent report. …
Boy walks 1000 miles to highlight medical cannabis injustice
A boy who was one of the first people to receive an NHS medical cannabis prescription will today complete a 1000 mile walk to raise awareness and funds for other…
Calls for Portugal to legalise cannabis for personal use
Two political parties in Portugal, Left Bloc and Liberal Initiative, have each presented proposed laws for adult-use cannabis legalisation in the country this week, according to a report in Portugal…
Cross-party MPs are urging the government to reform the Misuse of Drugs Act
A group of cross-party MPs has urged the government to reform the Misuse of Drugs Act on the 50th anniversary of its launch. 27th May 2021 marks 50 years since…
Cannabis company chaired by former Lord Mayor of London to float on London Stock Exchange
A cannabis growing company chaired by the former Lord Mayor of London is set to float on London Stock Exchange next month with a predicted valuation of £50m, according to…
Psilocybin found to perform ‘just as well’ as conventional antidepressants
Researchers at the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London have published the findings of a study that shows the psychedelic compound psilocybin, found in many mushrooms around the…
‘Decriminalise cannabis’ government race report recommends
Yesterday the government published its review into racial equality, entitled Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities, with the view to helping society become more racially equal. The report was ordered…