The Psychoactive Substances Act 20161 (PSA) came into force on 26 May 2016 and created a blanket ban on the production, distribution, sale and supply of psychoactive substances in the United Kingdom for human consumption.
It gives police and other enforcement agencies a range of powers, including powers to:
- seize and destroy psychoactive substances
- search persons, premises and vehicles
- enter premises by warrant
Section 58 of the PSA requires the Secretary of State to review the operation of the Act after 30 months, prepare a report of the review, and give the report to Parliament. This report fulfils this commitment.