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Irish Committee Recommends Decriminalizing Drug Possession for Personal Use
A committee in Ireland, comprising senators and TDs from across the political spectrum, has recommended the decriminalization of drug possession for personal use. This proposal marks a significant shift in the country's approach to drug policy.
24 Jun, 05:00 — 24 Jun, 09:00
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irish-independent65d ago
Drugs possession for personal use should be decriminalised in Ireland, committee recommends
A criminal justice-focused approach to drug use had ‘not worked well enough’, the deputy chair of the committee said
By Gráinne Ní Aodha
Read full article →rte-newsMostly Factual65d ago
Decriminalise personal-use drug possession, cttee says
An Oireachtas committee has recommended the decriminalisation of possession of all drugs for personal use.
Read full article →the-journal65d ago
Senators and TDs across political spectrum recommend decriminalising drugs for personal use
The mooted reforms follow calls to move away from punishment and towards a health-led, rights-based approach to drug use.
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First report: the-journal · 24 Jun, 05:00|Full coverage: 3 · 4h|Window: 4h
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