Guidance

Cannabis, CBD and other cannabinoids: drug licensing factsheet

This factsheet outlines the domestic control measures that apply to cannabis, cannabidiol (CBD) and controlled cannabinoids.

• From: Home Office
• Published: 16 August 2019
• Last updated: 3 October 2024 — See all updates

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Drug licensing factsheet: cannabis, CBD and other cannabinoids

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This factsheet is intended to be used by existing licensees and prospective licensees who may need to apply for a licence. They should have fully assessed any proposals they may wish to make in the context of this guidance and that provided by other regulators.

This is intended as general guidance only; it is not legal advice. Anyone in doubt should seek their own independent legal advice to ensure they are compliant with any relevant legislation.

Published 16 August 2019
Last updated 3 October 2024 + show all updates

1. 3 October 2024

   Updated guidance.

2. 17 June 2020

   Added html version of factsheet

3. 16 August 2019

   First published.