Drugs legislation that's being described as the biggest shake up to the Act in 40 years, has passed its final reading in Parliament.
The Misuse of Drugs Amendment Bill passed 63-57 - with Labour, New Zealand First and the Greens all voting in favour and National, ACT and independent Jami-Lee Ross opposing.
The bill gives police discretion to take a health-centred approach rather than prosecuting those in possession of class A drugs, like meth, heroine and cocaine.
Political reporter Charlie Dreaver has the details.
