Cannabis (Hansard, 8 March 1994)

HC Deb 08 March 1994 vol 239 c170W 170W

§ Mr. Flynn
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is the average fine imposed on individuals found guilty of possession of cannabis.

§ Mr. Maclean
In 1992, the latest year for which figures are available, the average fine for the offence of unlawful possession of cannabis was £74.

§ Mr. Flynn
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received on the proposal to increase the maximum fine for possession of cannabis.

§ Mr. Maclean
Apart from several general inquiries from members of the public, we have had forwarded by hon. Members nine letters on the proposed increase in fines for the illegal possession of class B and class C drugs.