Tourists seeking a wild weekend often flock to Amsterdam. The European destination has a reputation for easy access to cannabis along with prostitution and party atmosphere.
But now the city is seeking to reclaim its streets with a close look at the laws surrounding sale and use of alcohol and drugs. According to The Telegraph documents published on Wednesday could see the end of British tourists heading there simply for a blow out weekend.
Under the proposals Sofyan Mbarki, the deputy mayor for the inner city, is hoping to take back the city for its residents and respectful visitors. If approved the plans could see an immediate ban on smoking cannabis in public areas in the Red Light District followed by checks on whether a ban on sale can be imposed between 4pm on Thursdays and Sunday evenings, similar to one imposed on alcohol sales in the area during the pandemic.
