webfact Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 Public Health Minister, Somsak Thepsutin, has downplayed recent protests against the reclassification of cannabis as a narcotic. Yesterday, about 300 pro-cannabis demonstrators, led by Prasitthichai Nunual of the People’s Network for Cannabis Legalisation in Thailand, gathered outside Government House. They voiced opposition to potential legal changes which are part of the government’s reconsideration of cannabis regulations. Somsak acknowledged the protesters' right to demonstrate but mentioned that the Prime Minister has not issued any special directives regarding the ongoing rally or cannabis regulation. He reaffirmed that the government is open to medicinal cannabis use and recognises its economic benefits. He assured that business operators will be given ample time to adjust to new regulations should cannabis be reclassified. Amid concerns over a potential reclassification, Somsak indicated that discussions are ongoing. He urged the public to adhere to current laws until any official changes are made. The issue of a regulating bill remains uncertain if cannabis is reclassified. Cannabis was decriminalised in Thailand in 2022, championed by the Bhumjaithai Party as part of their 2019 electoral campaign. However, decriminalisation happened before necessary regulatory legislation was enacted, raising concerns about substance abuse, especially among the youth. A cannabis and hemp bill initially supported by the Bhumjaithai Party failed to pass in its second reading in the last parliament. The new Pheu Thai-led government is now considering reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic, leading to speculation that a specific law to control its use may be unnecessary. Advocacy groups, led by Prasitthichai, have stated they will continue to press for regulation. “If the government reverses the decision, we demand a public consultation. Cannabis is no worse than tobacco or alcohol and has medicinal properties,” stated Prasitthichai. Deputy Prime Minister and Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul emphasised the importance of considering both sides of the argument. When asked about controlling specific parts of the cannabis plant, he directed the question to the public health minister. Picture courtesy: Wizman420 -- 2024-06-11 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalevo Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 18 minutes ago, webfact said: Cannabis is no worse than tobacco or alcohol and has medicinal properties,” stated Prasitthichai. Same old bleat from the cannabis users. Everyone recognises that cannabis is useful in medical use. That will not change. It is the recreational use that the government want to restrict. Tobacco and alcohol is controlled by law. Stop the dumb deflections. 4 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post daveAustin Posted June 11 Popular Post Share Posted June 11 ^^^ People don’t go to prison when they buy cigs and beer. Derr. 1 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post connda Posted June 11 Popular Post Share Posted June 11 P*ss off "little people." Your rulers know what is best for you: Cigarettes and alcohol. Cannabis will damage your lungs and make you feel too good. Bad. Not like cigarettes and alcohol. Cigarettes and alcohol good: good for your lungs and good for your liver - make you happy, so drink and smoke tobacco. Smoke cannabis? - prison for you peons. Fearless leaders say it's so. Now move along p*ss-ant peasants. You mean nothing to us you lowly commoner pond-scum. Get outta here. And you small cannabis business owners? Ha ha ha ha ha. Cigarette and alcohol monopolies say to crush you. Good bye lowly small business, sucks to be you. Ha ha ha ha ha. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchcat Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 51 minutes ago, Tropicalevo said: Tobacco and alcohol is controlled by law. How are tthose tvo drugs controlled ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peabody Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 15 minutes ago, watchcat said: How are tthose tvo drugs controlled ? By classifying them as Class 5 Narcotics? Numpties. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchcat Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 2 minutes ago, Peabody said: By classifying them as Class 5 Narcotics? Numpties. 3 minutes ago, Peabody said: By classifying them as Class 5 Narcotics? Numpties. But they are very large companies in thailand and you just don't reclassified their products as class 5 narcotics even if I like them to do it. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 1 hour ago, webfact said: Somsak acknowledged the protesters' right to demonstrate but mentioned that the Prime Minister has not issued any special directives regarding the ongoing rally or cannabis regulation. He reaffirmed that the government is open to medicinal cannabis use and recognises its economic benefits. He assured that business operators will be given ample time to adjust to new regulations should cannabis be reclassified. Stop debating it and just do it... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post IAMHERE Posted June 11 Popular Post Share Posted June 11 Why does it take only one man to make this decision for everyone else. Is he elected? 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deerculler Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 2 hours ago, webfact said: Public Health Minister, Somsak Thepsutin, has downplayed recent protests against the reclassification of cannabis as a narcotic. Yesterday, about 300 pro-cannabis demonstrators, led by Prasitthichai Nunual of the People’s Network for Cannabis Legalisation in Thailand, gathered outside Government House. They voiced opposition to potential legal changes which are part of the government’s reconsideration of cannabis regulations. Somsak acknowledged the protesters' right to demonstrate but mentioned that the Prime Minister has not issued any special directives regarding the ongoing rally or cannabis regulation. He reaffirmed that the government is open to medicinal cannabis use and recognises its economic benefits. He assured that business operators will be given ample time to adjust to new regulations should cannabis be reclassified. Amid concerns over a potential reclassification, Somsak indicated that discussions are ongoing. He urged the public to adhere to current laws until any official changes are made. The issue of a regulating bill remains uncertain if cannabis is reclassified. Cannabis was decriminalised in Thailand in 2022, championed by the Bhumjaithai Party as part of their 2019 electoral campaign. However, decriminalisation happened before necessary regulatory legislation was enacted, raising concerns about substance abuse, especially among the youth. A cannabis and hemp bill initially supported by the Bhumjaithai Party failed to pass in its second reading in the last parliament. The new Pheu Thai-led government is now considering reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic, leading to speculation that a specific law to control its use may be unnecessary. Advocacy groups, led by Prasitthichai, have stated they will continue to press for regulation. “If the government reverses the decision, we demand a public consultation. Cannabis is no worse than tobacco or alcohol and has medicinal properties,” stated Prasitthichai. Deputy Prime Minister and Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul emphasised the importance of considering both sides of the argument. When asked about controlling specific parts of the cannabis plant, he directed the question to the public health minister. Picture courtesy: Wizman420 -- 2024-06-11 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe Cannabis was made legal in Thailand. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalevo Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 2 hours ago, Deerculler said: Cannabis was made legal in Thailand. No it wasn't. It was decriminalised. there is quite a difference. Google it if you do not understand. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchcat Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 16 hours ago, IAMHERE said: Why does it take only one man to make this decision for everyone else. Is he elected? No he is not, but we are not allowed to talk about this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fondue zoo Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 17 hours ago, IAMHERE said: Why does it take only one man to make this decision for everyone else. Is he elected? Because humans in larger groups are mostly stupid and allow it, everywhere. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbin Posted June 12 Share Posted June 12 South Africa just legalized cannabis for personal recreational use.. The naysayers are just pushing back against the new dawn.. After almost a century ( blink of an eye in the long history of cannabis) of prohibition. That didn't work.. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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