No nationwide ban on cannabis at Christmas markets
It is the first Advent season in which the new cannabis law applies. No general regulation is planned for the Christmas markets in Saxony.
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Görlitz cannabis club is the first in Saxony to be approved
Since July, clubs in Saxony have been able to submit applications to grow cannabis. Eleven clubs have done so, and now the first approval has been granted to a club in Görlitz. More are to follow.
Saxony's police step up checks against drugs and car thieves
Increased police checks in Saxony are having an effect. Arrest warrants were also executed.
Leipzig plans first mobile drug consumption room in the state
Saxony's first mobile drug consumption room is to be built in Leipzig. The trial operation is scheduled to start in 2025 and improve the situation of those affected.
Cannabis cultivation in Saxony: applications received manageable
Following the easing of restrictions on cannabis, the first communities in Saxony have submitted applications for cultivation. The first permits are not expected until the end of September at the earliest.
Cannabis cultivation in Saxony: applications received manageable
Following the easing of restrictions on cannabis, the first communities in Saxony have submitted applications for cultivation. The first permits are not expected until the end of September at the earliest.
More than 80,000 people in Germany treated with medicinal cannabis
Cannabis is now used for therapeutic purposes by many people. The signs are pointing to growth for producer Demecan.
Cannabis: who voted how in the Federal Council
On Friday, three states voted in the Bundesrat to refer the cannabis law to the mediation committee. Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg and Saarland voted in favor of sending the law back to the compromise committee of the Bundestag and Bundesrat for renegotiation. This would have been the only way to at le ..
Federal Council could allow legalization of cannabis to pass
Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach expects the Bundesrat to pass the planned legalization of cannabis. Saxony could be a sticking point.
Alcohol remains the most pressing problem in addiction counseling centers
Alcohol is the number one addiction problem in Saxony. However, addiction experts also expect the partial release of cannabis to have an impact.
Alcohol threatens more - number of deaths rises in Saxony
The number of deaths caused by alcohol in Saxony is rising steadily, with alcohol consumption during pregnancy being particularly problematic. Cannabis consumption among the population is also on the rise.
Saxony wants to postpone planned release of cannabis
Saxony plans to postpone the release of cannabis in order to have more time for preparations and counseling services.
Köpping presents new drugs and addiction report
Health Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) will present the new Saxon Drug and Addiction Report on Tuesday (12.00 noon). So far, alcohol has been the number one addiction problem in the state. However, illegal drugs such as crystal and cannabis also play a major role in outpatient addiction support, accord ..
Saxony's interior minister criticizes planned cannabis liberalization
The Saxon Minister of the Interior warns of the consequences of the planned liberalization of cannabis and criticizes the law as a mistake on the part of the federal government.
Cannabis social clubs in Saxony take off
Many CSCs in Saxony are taking off after the partial legalization of cannabis. Clubs in Leipzig, Chemnitz, Oberlausitz and Dresden in the starting blocks.
Bavaria examines lawsuit against cannabis law before Bundestag decision
Bavaria critical of Bundestag's decision to legalize cannabis. Health Minister Gerlach examines legal steps. Federal Council makes final decision on March 22.
Cannabis legalization: concerns about additional costs
On April 1, the possession and consumption of certain amounts of cannabis is to be permitted. Some Saxon cities fear additional costs and are calling for support. Are the concerns justified?
Driver flees from police on the A4 at over 200 km/h
A 33-year-old female driver sped away from the police on the A4 and was arrested in Saxony. She had no driver's license and was under the influence of drugs.