Sorry, stoners. The Dutch government said Friday that it will ban tourists from buying marijuana from the Netherlands' famed "coffee shops." Under the new rules spearheaded by far-right political leaders, only Dutch citizens will be able to enter the stores, and they too will face tougher restrictions. Resident patrons will be required to sign up for a one-year membership, and each shop will have a maximum of 1,500 members, according to a justice ministry spokesman. Critics argue the move, which should be enacted by the end of the year, could pulverize tourism. The Netherlands – particularly Amsterdam, which is home to 220 coffee shops -- is known for having one of Europe's most lenient soft drug policies. The country's cannabis cafes have become popular attractions. There are also fears that the move will result in a black market for the drugs.
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