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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Temporary class drug order on orphines

10 June 2026 · Home Office

Proposed by Sarah Jones Lab Croydon Central

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At a glance

Key points

  • Sarah Jones is addressing the emergence of orphines, a class of synthetic opioids, which have caused deaths in the UK.
  • Jones is laying a TCDO before Parliament to control seven named orphines as specific offences.
  • She intends to propose a draft Order in Council for permanent control if necessary.

Issue summary

Sarah Jones is addressing the emergence of orphines, a class of synthetic opioids, which have caused deaths in the UK and are being controlled under a temporary class drug order (TCDO).

Action requested

Jones is laying a TCDO before Parliament to control seven named orphines as specific offences with a maximum sentence of 14 years' imprisonment. She intends to propose a draft Order in Council for permanent control if necessary.

Key facts

  • Orphines have caused more than 15 confirmed deaths in England since spring 2025, including five in December.
  • The TCDO controls seven named orphines and will come into force the day after laying before Parliament.
  • The TCDO lasts for a year but can be extended if substances are permanently controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.
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