Estimating the social consequences of the decriminalisation of drugs on crime, accidents and educational achievements.

Lead Research Organisation: University College London
Department Name: Economics

Abstract

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Publications

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Title Should Cannabis Be Legalised? 
Description The video was produced by Bob Denham at Econ Films and now has several thousand views, is near the top of the search results when you type in 'cannabis' and 'legalisation' in YouTube, and gets commented on regularly 
Type Of Art Film/Video/Animation 
Year Produced 2012 
Impact Raised debate among the public regarding drug laws in the UK. 
URL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jQLMywBg7k&feature=youtu.be
 
Description Participation in Kew Gardens Festival on Drug Intoxication 
Form Of Engagement Activity A talk or presentation
Part Of Official Scheme? No
Geographic Reach Local
Primary Audience Public/other audiences
Results and Impact My talk was part of the Bright Club event at Kew Gardens. UCL helped organize this. My talk (along side that of other academics) sparked debate on the use and effects of drug laws in the UK.

After my talk, several members of the audience wanted to discuss the research further.
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity