Ecstasy 'should be downgraded'

The body which advises the government on illegal drugs has recommended ecstasy be downgraded to a class b drug.

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Ecstasy is currently grouped with heroin, cocaine, crack and LSD in Class A. Suppliers of those drugs can face a life sentence in prison.

The home office has made it clear it will reject the recommendation from the advisory council on the misuse of drugs.

Jenny Wivell's report contains flash photography.

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