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London Mayor Sadiq Khan recently endorsed partial de-decriminalization for cannabis possession, which, if followed through with at a party level, would mark a significant shift in the UK's drug policy, but at least at this point, it stands as a stark contrast to the typical political discourse regarding Cannabis. While this move aims to address certain systemic issues, it falls short of tackling the broader challenges faced by medical cannabis patients, both those who consume black market cannabis and legal Cannabis for medical benefits, and the inconsistencies within the current regulatory framework.
In May 2025, Mayor Khan backed the London Drugs Commission's recommendation to decriminalize the possession of small quantities of natural Cannabis for personal use. The commission, led by former Justice Secretary Lord Falconer, highlighted the disproportionate impact of current cannabis laws on ethnic communities and advocated for treating possession