New laws decriminalising personal use of cannabis come into effect in Germany

Over-18s can now to carry up to 25 grams of dried cannabis and cultivate up to three marijuana plants at home

Smoking cannabis is now legal for over-18s in Germany, after new laws for personal possession came into effect.

As of 1 April, adults in Germany are allowed to carry up to 25g of dried cannabis on them and cultivate up to three marijuana plants at home.