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Support 4/20 parliamentary debate

A parliamentary debate is being held on Thursday 20 April on the economic contribution of medicinal cannabis, which the Cannabis Industry Council is proud to support. Use this link to contact your MP, asking them to speak out in support our industry. Doing so will take just two minutes, and will invite your MP to […]

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New additions to CIC Executive Committee

The Cannabis Industry Council can confirm three new additions to our Executive Committee. They are as follows: Hamish Clegg, Finance representative Ricardo Geada, Legal representative Pierre van Weperen, Supply chain representative CIC Chair Professor Mike Barnes commented: “The Cannabis Industry Council is very pleased to welcome three highly experienced and knowledgeable industry leaders to our […]

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CIC introduces new supporter categories

The Cannabis Industry Council is pleased to announce two new categories for individuals – Supporter and Student Supporter. Individuals supportive of the CIC’s work can join today to receive a number of benefits, namely: Receive the monthly CIC newsletter Attend selected CIC events Attend the CIC annual conference Opportunities to share and promote your research […]

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Drugs advisory council urged to back rescheduling of cannabis

The Government’s Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) is being “strongly urged” to support the rescheduling of cannabis “to help patients in need”. In an open letter, the Cannabis Industry Council (CIC), a leading membership organisation for medical cannabis businesses, has called on the ACMD to formally recommend to the Home Office that […]

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Industry events schedule 2023

The Cannabis Industry Council is pleased to be partnering on or supporting a number of industry events being held in 2023, as follows: Future Cannabis Strategies – 25 – 26 January, London, UK CT Cann 2023, 15 – 16 February, London, UK Cannabis Europa, 2 – 3 May, London, UK CannaTrade, 12 – 14 May, […]

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Speakers confirmed for CIC event on 4 May

The CIC is pleased to confirm a number of guest speakers for our all-member meeting being held in London on 4 May 2023. The speakers are as follows: David Badcock, Drug Science Dr Lydia Smith, NIAB Kostya Turchak (Magonova) and Nazariy Sovsun (Cannabis Stands with Ukraine) David will be discussing the T21 initiative which offers […]

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All-member event set for 4 May

The Cannabis Industry Council is delighted to confirm our next all-member meeting (and AGM) will be held on Thursday 4 May. The event will be held from 1.30 – 5pm at Etc Venues, 8 Fenchurch Place, London, EC3M 4PB. Those unable to attend in person can also participate virtually, via Zoom. Further details on speakers […]

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New research library for members

The Cannabis Industry Council has compiled a member-only library of cannabis research and reports. Initially, the library holds 24 publications, including peer-reviewed medical research, policy reports, and hemp publications. The Council hopes that by making these publications more accessible, it will boost the capability and knowledge of the industry. Members can request access to the […]

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Cohort of new members join CIC

We are pleased to welcome a number of new members to the Cannabis Industry Council. They are as follows: Botanical Health Dispensary Celadon Pharmaceuticals Cicada (Jersey) Kloris CBD Medicine Woman Global Medisonal Sanskara The Cannabis Pages TMG Technologies We look forward to collaborating with our newest members, as we seek to develop the sector’s credibility […]

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Irish Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use could boost medicinal cannabis

The Cannabis Industry Council (CIC) has welcomed the establishment of a Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use in Ireland, and the appointment of former Health Service Executive CEO, Paul Reid, as its chair. A CIC spokesperson said: “The Cannabis Industry Council very much hopes this development will unlock the stalemate on drugs policy in Ireland. The […]

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