Petition · past parliament
Transfer reserved power for Drug Classification to the Northern Ireland Assembly
Closed
345 signatures
What the petition asks
Drug classification powers remain reserved to Westminster. The present system of drug classification is based on historical assumptions, not scientific assessment. The Scottish Government want to consider reforming laws to allow the medicinal use of cannabis. Northern Ireland should do the same
There is strong evidence that medical cannabis helps with chronic pain; spasticity (common, disabling and painful after stroke or brain injury and common in those suffering from multiple sclerosis, as examples); for nausea and vomiting, especially during chemotherapy; and for the management of anxiety. It is also useful in sleep disorders, for appetite stimulation, fibromyalgia, post-traumatic stress disorder, severe childhood epilepsies, bladder problems and even for control of some cancers.
Timeline
| 21 Oct 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 21 Apr 2017 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
345
Status
Closed
Opened
21 Oct 2016
Closed
21 Apr 2017
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.