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“There is currently a contradiction in how the present laws are interpreted. One state body, such as the Health Products Regulatory Authority, states that trace amounts of THC can be permissible in CBD products that are sold, while customs authority go by the
Misuse of Drugs Act 1977, which holds THC in any amount as illegal,” Gino Kenny, who has campaigned for the legalization of medical cannabis, said in the statement.
“The Misuse of Drugs laws need to be amended so they synchronize with the regulations of CBD products as a food supplement,” Kenny continued.
“The legal system must keep up to date with the reality on the ground, CBD products are now well-known for providing medical relief to people with various ailments and does not produce psychotropic effects,” added Carlow councillor Adrienne Wallace.