Question to the Home Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of (a) the conclusions of the Global Drug Survey 2015 and (b) progress made to restrict online sales of illegal drugs in 2014.

The Global Drug Survey provides useful insights into the experience and behaviours of drug users who chose to take part in the survey.

The Government and law enforcement agencies take the issue of unlawful advertising and sales of drugs on the internet very seriously, and we continue to work with internet providers to ensure they comply with the law. This can include closure of UK-based websites where they are found to be committing offences under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.

The introduction of our landmark Psychoactive Substances Bill will also target suppliers working in both online and offline markets and give police, other law enforcement agencies and local authorities the power to take action where necessary.