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Cannabis education too little too late...........
Don Barnard Press Release
Thursday 22 Jan 2004 9/04: Cannabis education too little too late. The Legalise Cannabis Alliance demands answers: It is time for government to justify the law instead of tinkering with it! Should we continue to punish the majority of cannabis users who have no problem using it, because a minority may have problems? Or; Should we have a regulated control of cannabis to protect this minority that may have problems. What is reclassification! There is still much confusion on how reclassification will work, the benefits to be gained. And the relative harms associated with cannabis use" said Don Barnard of the Legalise Cannabis Alliance. In 2002 Government announced it was minded to reclassify cannabis, since then the pro-legaliser's and the prohibitionist have demanded a clear reasons for this move and a definition of reclassification. Don Barnard said: "It's an illusion of change, the laws on cannabis have not been amended. Reclassification is a change in sentencing practice. Not a change in law..." nothing has changed. From next week the possession of cannabis will still be an arrestable offence for all minors. And those who flout the law in public. However, under guide lines issued by the ACPO's, adults found in possession of an unspecified amount cannabis (consistent with personal use) will not normally be arrested - presumption of non arrest. "How will it be found?" asked Mr Barnard. How dangerous is cannabis! There has also been a flurry of claims over the past few weeks on the alleged harms associated with cannabis use. Mr Barnard said: " Of course we should be concerned about the health of the 4.5 million cannabis user in the UK. But, Let's get real, these bad things are happening under prohibition, why should people think that continuing prohibition (reclassification) will improve the situation? "I would respectively suggest that the medical profession should consider supporting the LCA's demands for a proper regulate control of cannabis. "LCA strategy would help restrict access to the young, remove the criminal contact in obtaining cannabis from a street, quality control... "And supply credible drugs education literature/advise in a language understood by the targeted audience" Referring to cannabis users harms reduction education from Holland [2] Mr Barnard said: "This is the kind of education the government should be supplying the public." "The bottom line is prohibition has not worked, does nothing to address the concerns of the medical profession, to protect the small minority who may have an adverse reaction."..."It's time to try a different approach." Kind regards Don Barnard REPLY TO: LCA Press Officer http://www.lca-uk.org donbarnard@lca-uk 07984 255015 Editors notes: 1] Data About THC's Relative Non-Toxicity. http://www.cannabinoid.com/wwwboard/politics/messages/24/24154.shtml 2] 12 STEPS TO PROTECT: Source: http://www.drugtext.org/sub/tips.htm In many cultures, hashish and marijuana have been smoked for centuries. They come from the hemp plant. The effect lasts for two to four hours. They can make you cheerful and relaxed. But like any other substance, they can also be used the wrong way. Here are twelve tips for doing it right. Smoke hashish and marijuana to have a good time. But don't expect a joint to solve any problems for you. If you smoke hashish or marijuana every day, try and skip a couple of days now and then. Smoking hashish or marijuana affects your ability to concentrate, so don't smoke them at school, at work or when you are driving a car. Some kinds of hashish or marijuana are stronger than others; they have a higher THC level. An experienced smoker senses when he has had enough. He knows it is time to stop. But if you are a new smoker, you don't know when to stop. So it is important to get some reliable information first about what you are buying. If you aren't experienced, it is not a good idea to combine smoking with drinking any kind of alcoholic beverages. When you have space cake, it is difficult to know how much cannabis you are eating. Before you know it, you will have too much. So start with a small piece. It can take anywhere from forty-five minutes to an hour and a half before you feel anything. Wait for it to take effect before you have another piece, otherwise you are sure to overdo it. Sometimes smoking hashish or marijuana might not agree with you. It can lead to nausea or anxiety. Find a quiet place to relax, and eat or drink something sweet. Do not panic. In an hour, the worst of it will be over. If you are taking any kind of medication, consult a doctor before you smoke hashish or marijuana. Never smoke them if you are pregnant. When you smoke hashish or marijuana, substances (tar and carbon monoxide) are released that are harmful to the health. Be aware that if you smoke cannabis mixed with tobacco, you are also smoking tobacco. Nicotine is addictive. Do not buy hashish or marijuana on the street. Look for a good coffeeshop. Do not take any hashish or marijuana with you when you go abroad.
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