Diane Abbott MP, Labour’s Shadow Home Secretary, commenting on the case of Alfie Dingley, who suffers from a rare form of epilepsy with up to 150 seizures per month, said:

“Alfie’s case is a heart-rending one. The Government could make an exception and allow the use of cannabis oil to reduce his seizures.

“Labour is committed to an overall review of drugs policy. But Alfie needs treatment now and the Home Secretary should act now.”