So who are the Nutters now?

The government's attempt to gag Professor David Nutt over his views on the correct classifications for drugs and his desire to spell out the true facts over their various dangers is shocking.

It's such a clear case of trying to make the facts fit the story rather than letting the story tell the facts. And surely we've all had enough of that from this particular government?

Why employ independent advisors at all if you're not interested in listening to their advice?

Anyone who's worked with young people knows how important it is to tell the truth about the various dangers they face growing up. It's no good a parent who drinks to excess lecturing a son or daughter about the risks of cannabis without first of all confronting their own addictive behaviour. Information has to be given in context and if the professor has determined that horse riding is more dangerous than ecstasy, it's because he's researched the subject so who are the government to decide these facts should not be publicised?

Let's hope all the resultant publicity helps Professor Nutt get his message across loud and clear.