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Cannabis Law Reform Support Rally in Wellington
Cannabis Law Reform Support Rally in Wellington
Patients, caregivers and supporters will gather at parliament 26th October from 11am in support of the new Labour-led Governmentscannabis law reform policies.
The Labour Party have promised to:
• Introduce legislation to make medicinal cannabis available for people with terminal illnesses or in chronic pain.
• Hold a binding referendum on legalising cannabis for personal use by or at the 2020 election.
• Increase funding for alcohol and drug addiction services.
• Ensure drug use is treated as a health issue.
Supporters are also appealing on Police Commissioner Mike Bush to immediately introduce a moratorium on cannabis arrests for patients and their supporters while legislation is introduced.
Bring your friends, dress to impress, be polite and respectful. This is a show of support not a demonstration or protest. Bring your smiles, angry people stay home.
Facebook event link: www.facebook.com/events/204241053450680
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