A proposed cannabis diversion pilot would see young people who are caught with small amounts of the drug offered education and counselling rather than being arrested. Helen Price took a closer look at the scheme. HelenRPrice | politicslondon |
A large cannabis farm was found by police at a commercial premises in Ferry Lane, Rainham, in November
City Hall said cannabis farms led to more drug dealing in the city and described the Met's work as "vital". He added: "This is a vital part of their work to reduce the harm and violence drugs and drug-related crimes cause to individuals, families and communities. In 2020, 455 cannabis farms were discovered - more than double the number found during any of the previous four years.
"We know that there is a link between drugs and violent crime, with both having a devastating impact on our communities."Sadiq Khan hopes to establish a London Drug Commission of experts who will examine the effectiveness of drug lawssuccessful model from Thames Valley Police
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