This is becoming a really hot topic lately and raises some really tricky issues for employers.
Issues to consider include:
- What is the legal position on medical cannabis?
- How can employees obtain private prescriptions?
- Why does their legitimacy matter?
- What do tribunals say about medical cannabis?
- What is the relevant impact on drugs screening and fitness to work tests?
- What can/should employers do?
- Should substance misuse policies be updated?
- Are there associated discrimination risks?
- How is confidentiality affected?
Get in touch should the situation arise in your workplace because expert advice will be needed!