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Make it legal Derrick Large Letters, The Southern Daily Echo, Hampshire Tuesday 30 May 2000 D. McEnroe, (Letters, 23 May) raises some valid concerns relating to the re-legalisation of cannabis. It appears he has little faith in doctors, who until 1971, were allowed to prescribe cannabis. Any patient receiving prescribed cannabis would receive proper advice and guidance on its use. They would be informed on what reactions to expect and how to cope with any temporary side-effects. There is no proven scientific evidence that cannabis causes mental illness, psychological damage or violent behaviour. Like any prescribed drug, patients would be advised to discontinue its use if they experience any adverse reaction. Equally important, is the fact that doctors would prescribe pharmaceutical grade cannabis, unlike most cannabis resin sold in Britain today. Due to prohibition, this highly adulterated substance contains many noxious ingredients. Why should patients be forced to resort to this hazardous black-market product? There's no sense in prosecuting the "well-balanced" majority to protect the vulnerable few. As Mr McEnroe and increasing numbers of children have discovered, despite the law, cannabis is readily available in Hampshire. A legal, regulated and controlled cannabis trade would shine a light on any problems, allowing and encouraging the few who experience difficulties to seek professional help without fear of prosecution. The present laws are failing to protect either the vulnerable or our children! Derrick Large Legalise Cannabis Alliance Kings Somborne
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