Scotland's Drug Policy Criticized by Wells

The Scottish Government's recent charter of rights for drug users has drawn criticism for failing to provide real solutions to drug addiction, with concerns that policies like methadone prescriptions and safe consumption rooms merely perpetuate dependence rather than foster recovery. In Michigan, efforts against prescription drug misuse are being spearheaded by the National Guard's Drug Demand Reduction Outreach initiative, which promotes responsible medication disposal and community involvement. Meanwhile, the UNODC emphasizes the need for cross-border cooperation in the Greater Mekong subregion to help farmers switch from illicit crops to sustainable livelihoods. In Canada, a heated exchange in Parliament highlighted the controversy surrounding the government's consideration of decriminalizing hard drugs, with officials struggling to clarify their stance. Lastly, a Philippine congressional committee is investigating allegations that former President Duterte's anti-drug campaign was a facade for a larger criminal enterprise benefiting government officials, with revelations of profit from drug trades during his administration. The varied approaches to drug policy across these regions reflect deep-rooted challenges in addressing substance abuse and the complexities of political accountability.