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Medical Cannabis and Driving in the UK: the Law, the Science and Your Rights
There remains debate within policing over how prescribed medical cannabis patients should be dealt with safely at the roadside.
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Events
Last Chance: Cannabis Health Symposium London Early-Bird Pricing Ends Friday
Early-bird tickets for the Cannabis Health Symposium’s return to London close on Friday, September 4, with the £175 rate rising to standard pricing once the window shuts. The full-day event […]
Cannabis explained
Disclosure, Privacy and Employee Rights
What employees should tell employers, and what employers can legally ask.
Advocacy
New White Paper Calls for NHS Cannabis Pilot and Parliamentary Inquiry Into the Industry
In the eight years since, the NHS has issued just five prescriptions for unlicenced specials cannabis medicines, creating a two-tier system with access only to those who can afford to pay for it.
Cannabis explained
Impairment vs Prescription: Why a Positive THC Test Is Not the Same as Being Impaired
Understanding the difference between legal treatment and workplace safety concerns.
Cannabis explained
Why UK Employers Need a Medical Cannabis Policy
‘Without a clear policy, employers are more likely to be influenced by their understanding of recreational drug use.’
News
Cancer Survivors and Providers Have Different Views on Medical Cannabis, Study Finds
Findings point to differences in risk perception, communication and confidence discussing cannabis in cancer care.
Science
Combination of THC and CBD Significantly Reduced Agitation in Late-Stage Dementia
In a first-of-its-kind clinical trial, researchers found that people who took THC and CBD had significantly less agitation compared to people who received a placebo.
Science
Cannabis Associated with ‘Sustained Improvements’ in Chronic Lower Back Pain
Inhaled cannabis was associated with ‘large, sustained, and statistically robust improvements’ in pain and disability.
News
Cannabis Health Announces 2026 Symposium Series in Frankfurt and London
Europe’s dedicated medical cannabis education series for clinicians and industry professionals announces two autumn events — 4 November at Mainhaus, Frankfurt, and 26 November at Conway Hall, London
Science
Cannabis Terpenes Show Promising Pain-Relieving Effects in New Study
Cannabis-derived molecules could help relieve chronic pain without the psychoactive effects associated with THC.
Industry
UK Medical Cannabis Patient Numbers Set to Reach 140,000 in 2026, Industry Report Finds
UK imports of the medical cannabis and the range of products available to patients both doubled in 2025.
News
Curaleaf Laboratories and Herdade das Barrocas (HDB) Announce Strategic Partnership to Reintroduce HDB Products to the UK Medical Cannabis Market
Curaleaf Laboratories, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers and distributors of EU-GMP medical cannabis products and Herdade das Barrocas (HDB), a Portuguese cultivator known for its cannabis genetics and cultivation expertise, […]
Medical cannabis
The Power of Patient Stories: How Lived Experience is Shifting Medical Cannabis Stigma
Despite medical cannabis being legal in the UK for almost eight years, many patients remain hesitant or unsure about whether it is right for them. While awareness of the legality […]
News
UK Survey Finds Majority of Medical Cannabis Patients Report Improved Mental Health Symptoms
In a new multi-clinic survey, the majority of patients report improvements in their symptoms.
News
Boxer Derek Chisora Says Medical Cannabis Helps Combat Chronic Pain After 50 Fights
The former heavyweight boxing contender revealed he is using prescribed medical cannabis to manage chronic pain.
Science
Genetic Link Between Cannabis Use and Psychosis Could Help Identify Those at Risk — Study
Researchers say it could help identify those most at risk of developing psychosis.
News
Advocates Call for Wider Access to Medical Cannabis in Women’s Health Conditions
A new policy model aims to integrate women’s health conditions into medical cannabis frameworks across Europe.
Science
Cannabis Compounds Linked to Improved Metabolic Health and Weight Loss
Researchers have identified a potential mechanism linked to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
News
Industry Publishes New Guidance for Patients Travelling with Medical Cannabis
The guide aims to help patients travel safely, confidently, and within the law.
News
German Medical Cannabis Patients Report Reduced Prescription Drug Use, Survey Finds
A survey of more than 3,500 patients in Germany found that more than half were able to reduce their use of other medications.
Industry
Cannabis Europa Heads to London Amid €1.5 Billion European Market Surge
More than 70 international speakers and over 1000 delegates are set to convene on London next month for policy debates, high-level networking, and the 2026 Business of Cannabis Awards.
Science
THC Linked to Creation of False Memories and Difficulty With Memory Tasks
People who consumed THC were more likely to recall words that were never shown to them.
Science
FDA-Approved CBD Drug Shows Early Promise in Anorexia Patients
A small pilot study suggests Epidiolex may have benefits for weight restoration and symptom improvement in anorexia patients.