The Daily Briefing — 11 June 2026
Federal marijuana trafficking prosecutions in US fall to historic low New data from the United States shows that federal law enforcement officials charged fewer than 400 people with marijuana
Tracking UK medical cannabis policy, patient stories, and market developments.
Federal marijuana trafficking prosecutions in US fall to historic low New data from the United States shows that federal law enforcement officials charged fewer than 400 people with marijuana
Alabama patients finally gain access to authorised medical cannabis after years of delays Patients in Alabama can now legally purchase authorised medical cannabis products, following years of
Kentucky governor signs executive order expanding medical cannabis access Governor Andy Beshear has issued an emergency executive order expanding access to medical cannabis in Kentucky. The order,
Kentucky Governor expands medical cannabis access via executive order Governor Andy Beshear has issued an executive order expanding medical cannabis access in Kentucky. The emergency regulation is
Global cancer workforce shortage raises concerns for patient access to care A new report from researchers published by The Guardian warns that the world faces a cancer workforce crisis, with a
New analysis finds opioid overdoses decline after cannabis legalisation A fresh analysis published this week by NORML has added to the growing body of evidence that legal cannabis access is
Analysis finds opioid overdose rates decline after cannabis legalisation A new analysis published this week adds to the growing body of evidence linking legal cannabis access to reductions in
Pew Poll finds majority of Americans now oppose cannabis prohibition A new survey from the Pew Research Centre has found that support for ending cannabis prohibition continues to grow among the
Pew Poll Shows Strong Public Support for Ending Marijuana Prohibition in US A new poll from the Pew Research Center has found that marijuana prohibition is increasingly unpopular among Americans. The
Pew poll finds broad US public support for ending cannabis prohibition A new survey from the Pew Research Center has found that marijuana prohibition is increasingly unpopular among American voters.
NORML seeks representation at DEA rescheduling hearing The National Organisation for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) has formally requested a seat at the upcoming Drug Enforcement Administration
Amber heat health alerts issued for UK bank holiday weekend The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber heat health alerts for the bank holiday weekend, with forecasters predicting record-breaking
US House passes funding bill to expand medical cannabis access for veterans The US House of Representatives has approved an FY27 funding bill that includes a provision to expand medical cannabis
House-approved funding bill secures medical cannabis access for US veterans The US House of Representatives has approved a Fiscal Year 2027 funding bill that includes a provision protecting medical
House-approved US funding bill includes medical cannabis access for veterans The US House of Representatives has approved a Fiscal Year 2027 funding bill that includes a provision allowing veterans
UK reform outlook, the Guardian's deep dive on access barriers, and Cannabis Europa London kicks off next week.
The Care Quality Commission has raised concerns about the standard of care in private medical cannabis clinics. Here's what it means for patients.
The UK medical cannabis market is expanding rapidly, but significant barriers remain for patients. A comprehensive look at where things stand in May 2026.
Patients report that stigma around cannabis as medicine remains one of the biggest challenges — often within the healthcare system itself.
Why we're here, what we stand for, and what you can expect from this publication. Medical cannabis news, analysis, and the culture that connects the community.
Beyond the clinics and the headlines, a new cannabis community is taking shape across the UK — one built on education, peer support, and shared experience.
Eight years after the law changed, NHS prescribing of cannabis-based medicines remains negligible. Here's what's blocking progress.
Patient advocacy groups are ramping up their campaign for equal access to cannabis-based medicines on the NHS.
From private members' clubs to patient meetups, London's cannabis culture is maturing. A look at the community behind the medicine.
The Home Office's position on cannabis scheduling continues to draw criticism from clinicians, researchers, and patient groups.
A practical guide to accessing medical cannabis through a private UK clinic — what to expect, how much it costs, and how to choose a clinic.