The Greens welcome the Federal Health Minister's medicinal cannabis announcement today. This policy change is a step in the right direction.
The continued confusion and anger of Tasmanians around access to medicinal cannabis is being exacerbated by mixed messages coming from the Government.
Over the past two years, the Premier and Police minister have made a number of statements seeking to reassure Tasmanians who rely on medicinal cannabis.
There are currently patients who face charges and convictions over their medical cannabis possession and use in lieu of the government controlled access scheme.
The Poisons Amendment (Poppy Industry Reform) Bill separates the regulation of the poppy industry between health and primary industries.
The Government announced their plans for a controlled access scheme for medicinal cannabis over the weekend.
The Premier's announcement that Tasmania will legalise access to medicinal cannabis is long awaited and very welcome.