decriminalisation

abortion protest

Although abortions have been legally performed in NSW for years, doctors have long called for greater clarity in the law in regard to the possible criminality of their actions.

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Decriminalisation of personal drug use and possession saves public money and has significant public health benefits, according to a new report by UNSW.

Cannabis seeds

Some of the greatest harms from using illicit drugs stem from their illegality, write Nicole Lee and Alison Ritter.

Wodak Alex

We should wish drug law enforcement every success while recognising that such endeavours are futile, writes Alex Wodak.

Alison Ritter

We should all be concerned about our laws on illegal drugs because they affect all of us, writes Alison Ritter.

Portugal's decision to decriminalise all drug use did not lead to dramatic increases in drug abuse or drug-related harm, a joint Australian and UK study has found.