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MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is now the second most popular illicit substance in New Zealand, and users are calling for ways to test drugs being sol
MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is now the second most popular illicit substance in New Zealand and users are calling for ways to test drugs being sold to them.
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The Government passed legislation that allowed recreational drugs to be legally tested at summer festivals in December. Credits: Video - Newshub; Image - Getty Images
National MP Simon Bridges has been accused of disrespecting families of the dead after linking fatalities at festivals over summer with drug-testing services, despite none of the deaths being linked to drug use.
The Government last year temporarily legalised drug-testing services at music festivals, which had already been operating in a legal grey area for several years. That law is set to expire in December, but in April Health Minister Andrew Little said it would be made permanent.