Misuse Of Drugs Act 2024 Order Announced

UK Gov

Changes to the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 to control 22 substances, with 2-benzyl benzimidazole variants (nitazenes) falling under a new generic definition.

Changes to the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 ("the MDA 1971") to control 22 substances, along with 2-benzyl benzimidazole variants (nitazenes) falling under a new generic definition, under that act.

Further changes to also schedule those substances under the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 (SI 2001/3998) ("the MDR 2001") and, where appropriate, designate them under the Misuse of Drugs (Designation) (England, Wales and Scotland) Order 2015 (SI 2015/704) ("the 2015 Order").

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