Lincoln First UK City To Ban Legal Highs

Lincoln has become the first place in Britain to ban the public use of legal highs due to concerns over antisocial behavior. The substances, which mimic banned drugs, are not being criminalized, but their use in public spaces is restricted. Legal highs are often sold in head shops or online, labeled as bath salts or plant food. Lincolnshire Council's decision is based on a survey showing high levels of antisocial behavior linked to these substances. The police support the ban, emphasizing the impact of behavior under the influence. The debate continues on the legality and harm of legal highs, with experts noting that their legality is due to the law's inability to keep up with new products. If other areas follow Lincoln's lead, it could set a precedent across the UK.

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