Smells Like Injustice: Drug Driving, Cannabis Patients & Police Liability

In this urgent episode of The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, host Sian Phillips speaks directly to UK police officers, constabularies, and training leads. With legal medicinal cannabis use on the rise, forces are increasingly facing lawsuits for wrongful arrests — simply because officers have not been properly trained on the legal protections of cannabis patients.This episode breaks down Section 5(c) of the Road Traffic Act 1988, explains why smell and THC presence are not enough to justify arrest, and issues a clear warning: arresting a lawful patient without signs of impairment is unlawful — and actionable in court.Listen now to protect your badge, your force, and your future.Send us a messageSupport the showThe Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense is written and produced by Sian Phillips.Music by PlayDays2021, licensed royalty-free via Adobe.All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and any guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organisations.This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical, regulatory, legal, or financial advice.You can find “The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music Podcasts. © 2025 Sian Phillips. All rights reserved.