The Psychoactive Substances Act came into force in May, with unexpected yet serious implications for beauty retailers, explains Sebastian Calnan, Consultant at EMW Law LLP
What does the new Act mean for UK retailers?
The Psychoactive Substances Act came into force on 26 May, creating a blanket ban on the production, distribution, sale and supply of psychoactive substances in the UK. This new law has been coming for a long time now in order to address the problem of legal highs, and creates a range of new offences. A variety of legitimate businesses is affected and will have to be on the alert; staff training for this new law is essential.
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