HC Deb 17 June 1988 vol 135 c323W
Mr. Speller

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received for the decriminalisation of narcotic drugs; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Douglas Hogg

From time to time the Home Office receives representations for the decriminalisation of certain activities relating to controlled drugs. We take the view that action on these lines would be irresponsible.