Explanatory note

This Order reclassifies four substances in Schedule 2 to the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 which specifies drugs which are subject to control under the Act. The four substances, cannabinol and cannabinol derivatives (previously Class A drugs) and cannabis and cannabis resin (previously Class B drugs), are reclassified as Class C drugs. In addition, any substance which is an ester or ether either of cannabinol or of a cannabinol derivative (previously a Class A drug) is reclassified as a Class C drug.