The Chief Minister says there are no plans to legalise cannabis on the Isle of Man.
His comments come after the publication of the Chief Constable's annual report, which showed half an 11 per cent rise in crime was down to people possessing the Class B drug.
There have been a number of calls online for cannabis to be decriminalised on the Island, including an online petition.
At the moment, some cannabis products are available for medical use - Howard Quayle MHK says that's how it will stay:
Don't let thieves ruin your Xmas!
Police are warning people not to fall victim to crime over the festive season.
Blackberry Lane one-way for gas leak work
A gas leak means a busy road in Onchan will be one-way for a week.
Port St Mary car park 'for visitors and residents only'
A local authority's issued a stern warning about parking.
Drop-in session for MiCard users without bank accounts
A special government drop-in session will be held today for people on benefits or pensions who don't have bank accounts.
More traffic calming if 20mph signs don't work?
More traffic calming could be brought in if signs alone don't slow motorists in new 20mph zones.
Public meeting to oppose digital ID plans
A public meeting to oppose the introduction of digital IDs will be held in Douglas this week.
Good hotels response to child exploitation operation
Police say they're pleased with the results of an operation to test how well hotels safeguard against child exploitation.
Southern charities can share shop funding
Charities in the south of the Island can apply for funding next month from a scheme involving the civic amenity site.
