Conference notes that the global 'war on drugs' is failing and current drug policy requires an urgent review that considers the complete decriminalisation of substance use and possession; further supports the legalisation of cannabis for recreational use; acknowledges the work of Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP); their efforts towards achieving these goals and moving forward to universal drug regulation.
Conference agrees that approaching substance misuse as a public health issue rather than a criminal matter would greater support families and communities; lift the stigma associated with addiction; remove barriers between police and communities and allow policy to reflect the values of our caring society.
Conference further notes that lifting barriers to medical & scientific research would open access to appropriate medical usage for patients who would benefit from medicinal cannabis.