Petition
Legalise Cannabis recreationally for sale and consumption
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
We urge the UK government to legalise cannabis by 2025 for medicinal and recreational use (ages 18+), including cultivation, production, and sale under a robust regulatory framework.
Legalization will ensure safe, high-quality products, generate significant tax revenue, reduce illegal trade, and provide medical relief for patients. Unlike decriminalization, regulated legalization guarantees consumer safety, supports economic growth, and promotes social unity. Act now to create a safer, healthier, and more prosperous UK.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:
Legalise recreational cannabis & release those convicted of cannabis offences.
Legalise recreational cannabis & release those convicted of cannabis offences.
Legalise recreational cannabis & release those convicted of cannabis offences.
Legalise recreational cannabis & release those convicted of cannabis offences.
Timeline
| 15 May 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 30 May 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
30 May 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.