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Asked if she had ever tried the drug, Victorian premier Jacinta Allan, said she had:
This is something that I think it’s important that we come to these questions with an honest answer and not obfuscate. And it was a long time ago – a long, long, long time ago.
And I think it’s important that we inject a sense of honesty into our contributions on this, because this is a real issue for many in our community, and it’s best that we take a harm minimisation approach. It’s best that we provide support.
Let’s not sensationalize this issue, as some want to. For some people, alcohol and drug abuse is a very big personal challenge that they confront every single day. That is why a harm minimisation approach, whether it’s supporting people who need a sobering up center, for example, people who need assistance with their drug addiction, they deserve respect. They don’t deserve a sensationalist response.
1m ago18.58 EST
Benita Kolovos
It’s been an interesting morning at parliament, with MPs being asked their personal views on cannabis, after the government yesterday committed to discussions on reform.
The commitment came off the back of a bill by the Legalise Cannabis party, which would allow adults to legally possess small quantities for personal use and grow up to six plants.
The treasurer, Tim Pallas, told reporters it was important to treat the Legalise Cannabis party’s proposal with respect:
Pallas said: I don’t want to get too far ahead of myself about what revenue might be available, or indeed whether there is a change in policy at all. But what I would say is that it is important to deal with the crossbench in the other house with some respect. They’ve sought dialogue around these matters and they’ll get it.
Asked about his personal view on cannabis, Pallas replied:
I suppose I should declare I have used and yeah, I don’t think a criminal approach to this is best. A health approach would be best … I’m interested in what the best way to…
2023-11-29 18:44:39
Original from www.theguardian.com
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