Source: The Argus, Brighton

Pub Date: 24 January 2003

Author: Huw Borland

Subj: UK: Venue problem for drug talks

VENUE PROBLEM FOR DRUG TALKS

Campaigners are having problems booking a venue to debate lifting cannabis laws.

The Legalise Cannabis Alliance (LCA) in Worthing wants to show the certificate 18 Green Britain video, which highlights the controversial subject of allowing use of the drug.

LCA campaigner Phil Lockwood, who is set to stand in Worthing Borough Council's local elections in May, said more than 20 venues in Worthing had refused to host the discussion evening.

Appealing for a place to stage the event, Mr Lockwood said: "We have been trying to organise this for the past six weeks.

"We want to show the video to local councillors and dignitaries and community groups, then have a question-and-answer session to open the debate up in Worthing."

Mr Lockwood said anyone who had a venue that could seat 100 to 120 people could contact him on 07866 291368.