Little has changed in UK drug policy a decade on from sacking of David Nutt

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Claims of political interference and exclusion of experts still dog advisory drug council

Death rates from illegal drug use in the UK are some of the highest in Europe. Drug policy is failing and needs a radical overhaul. That’s the recent conclusion of the House of Commons health and social care committee. However, its recommendations come at a time when the government is facing renewed criticism over its handling of independent advisers on drug policy.