The Canadian government has announced it will allow the province of British Columbia to try a three-year experiment in decriminalising possession of small amounts of drugs.

Leading Perth criminal barrister Tom Percy QC says WA should try something similar, telling Millsy at Midday host Steve Mills the experiment was a good start.

"You got to go back to grassroots and say we're gonna stop this by penalising people who supply but tackle people who use it and deal with them as a health problem," he said.

The Canadian government has announced it will allow the province of British Columbia to try a three-year experiment in decriminalising possession of small amounts of drugs.
Leading Perth criminal barrister Tom Percy QC says WA should try something similar, telling Millsy at Midday host Steve Mills the experiment was a good start.
"You got to go back to grassroots and say we're gonna stop this by penalising people who supply but tackle people who use it and deal with them as a health problem," he said.

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.
It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

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