Drugs

University research departments do not require licences to possess and supply drugs in Schedules 2, 3, 4 Part I, 4 Part II and Schedule 5, but they do require licences to produce any of those drugs and to produce, possess and/or supply drugs in Schedule 1. List of drugs currently controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Legislation.

Departments wishing to apply for departmental licences for Schedule 1 drugs can do so via the Home Office website. Departments must ensure they comply with all the Home Office licence requirements.