Jamaica to decriminalise 'ganja'
Jamaica, home of the cannabis-using Rastafari movement, is to decriminalise possession of the drug.
The Caribbean island, which has long been famous for its widespread production of "ganja", became the latest nation to relax its laws.
Possession of less than two ounces will become a non-arrestable offence punishable only by a ticket and fine.
Cannabis is pervasive in Jamaica and about 300 people a week currently receive criminal records after being caught with small amounts.
Mark Golding, Jamaica's Justice Minister, said: "
Too many of our young people have ended up with criminal convictions after being caught with a 'spliff', something that has affected their ability to do things like get jobs and get visas to travel overseas."