What are synthetic drugs?
New, synthetic versions of harmful drugs, including synthetic opioids and synthetic cannabinoids, are increasingly found in UK’s illegal drug markets.
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Commons Library debate pack - Debate on the 10th Conference of Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (291 KB , PDF)
This debate pack contains information on the 10th Conference of Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, which will take place from 5th to the 10th February in Panama. The pack includes an overview of the matters that will be discussed at the Conference, and background on tobacco policy and regulation in the UK.
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Commons Library debate pack - Debate on the 10th Conference of Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (291 KB , PDF)
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Alcohol and cancer
On 8 July 2025, there will be a Commons debate on alcohol and cancer. The debate will be led by Cat Smith MP. The Library will publish a briefing ahead of the debate.
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Controlled Drugs (Procedure for Specification) Bill
The Controlled Drugs (Procedure for Specification) Bill 2024-2025 had its second reading on Friday 7 March 2025. It was considered by a Public Bill Committee on 25 June 2025 and report stage is scheduled for 11 July 2025. This is a private members' bill.
