New Psychoactive Substances (NPS)
Following the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016, those involved in the:
- supply
- production
- possession with intent to supply
- and importation or exportation
of a psychoactive substance will face a prison sentence of up to 7 years.
Where does it apply?
The blanket ban applies across the whole UK whenever they are intended for human consumption.
Police will also be able to deploy civil sanctions including prohibition and premise notices. This allows them to shut down ‘headshops’ and UK-based online dealers, with up to 2 years in prison for those who fail to comply.
This will help protect potential users from harm and communities from anti-social behaviour.
