As the leading trade body voice of the UK’s cannabis industry, the Cannabis Industry Council (CIC) exists to professionalise the sector, influence policy, and create a credible, collaborative platform for businesses shaping the future of cannabis in the UK and globally. Our sponsorship and advertising partners play a vital role in supporting this mission. Through […]
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Tuesday, 2nd June, 2026 – The Cannabis Industry Council “(CIC)”, the leading membership organisation representing the UK’s regulated cannabis sector, announced today the appointment of David Skinner and Dr Chris Hayes as Non-Executive Directors to its Board, voted in by CIC members in e-ballot. The appointment reinforces the CIC’s commitment to […]
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Activities under Pillar 3, the CIC’s Education, Awareness & Standards pillar, are progressing this year, with a growing focus on improving patient education, awareness, and the development of meaningful industry standards across the UK medical cannabis industry. Following the release of the CIC’s “Travelling with Medical Cannabis” guide earlier this year, the pillar’s Education Taskforce […]
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In 2026, the Cannabis Industry Council significantly expanded its events and networking programme through our Networking & Events Pillar (Pillar 2), reinforcing our role as the leading convening body for the UK cannabis sector. Through a carefully curated series of newly established CIC Socials, Masterclasses and flagship gatherings, the CIC has created meaningful opportunities for […]
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Activities under Pillar 1, the CIC’s Policy & Regulatory pillar, have really picked up speed this year. In 2026, we have launched two Taskforces: one dedicated to British Cultivators (including those in the Channel Islands) and the other for MHRA MS/WDA licence holders, which also covers API licence holders. The first online meeting for the […]
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Following valuable feedback gathered through the June 2025 CIC Members Survey, the Cannabis Industry Council has undertaken a significant restructuring to ensure the organisation is better positioned to deliver meaningful outcomes for members and the wider UK cannabis sector. Moving away from the previous working group model, the CIC has streamlined its focus into three […]
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The Cannabis Industry Council “(CIC)”, the leading membership organisation representing the UK’s regulated cannabis sector, announced today the publishing of a new patient-focused guide, Travelling with Medical Cannabis, offering practical advice for UK patients navigating the complex and often inconsistent rules around travelling with prescribed medical cannabis. Whilst medical cannabis has been legal in the […]
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The CIC has responded to DEFRA’s “Call for Information” on a proposed UK–EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement. We are concerned that the SPS Agreement risks undermining the UK’s domestic cultivation sector at a critical stage of its development, especially if no exemptions can be negotiated with the EU. The SPS Agreement presents both opportunities […]
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In episode 10 of the CIC Podcast, CIC Co-Chairs Tom Gray (of Lumino) and Frances Crewdson (of CannDo Consulting) chat with Luke Strong about their plans and priorities for the CIC, which were guided by feedback from CIC members. This is the final episode of the first series of the CIC Podcast. If you’re interested […]
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Canindcou Limited (trading as Cannabis Industry Council) is interested in appointing a new Board Director. Full details and how to apply can be found below. Role Overview: The Board Director will play a crucial role in the strategic direction, oversight, and governance of Canindcou Ltd (trading as Cannabis Industry Council). As a key member of […]
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