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All the latest updates from the CIC and its members.

CIC expands membership benefits

The Cannabis Industry Council is pleased to announce a range of additional benefits for members, including a new annual conference, more promotional opportunities, and further resources – such as webinars, publications and discounted third party services. Furthermore, given the challenging economic outlook, we have reviewed our approach to membership fees. As a result, fees will […]

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New research on real world evidence for cannabis

Important new research entitled ‘The value of real world evidence: the case of medical cannabis’, has been produced by Drug Science. The research considers whether randomised controlled trials (RCTs) are suitable for the medical cannabis industry, given the constraints they have brought about. As a solution, the researchers propose using real world evidence with patient […]

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Support a parliamentary debate on cannabis

The Cannabis Industry Council is supporting efforts by our member Maple Tree to secure parliamentary time for a debate on the economic merits of the medical cannabis and CBD industry. We urge everyone within the sector to write to your local MP on this important matter by completing this simple form: https://maple-tree.emailyourmp.uk It will take […]

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Complete our CIC business survey

The CIC has launched a quarterly member business survey, to start building a wider understanding of the size and activity within the cannabis sector. The survey includes questions specific to clinics, dispensaries, importers, and around industry priorities. These cover areas such as prescriptions, sales, turnover, and staffing numbers. The survey is open to all members, […]

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CIC statement on CBD applications

Jamie Bartley, Chair of the CIC Hemp Working Group, commented: “The Cannabis Industry Council notes the announcement of recent applications and toxicology studies submitted by other industry organisations to the Food Standards Agency. “The CIC’s approach to these matters is guided by scientific and medical evidence. We are seeking clarification on the basis for some […]

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CIC defines vision, mission and values

We are pleased to confirm that the CIC has now defined its vision, mission, and values, which are as follows: Our vision is to: Improve access to cannabis to enhance people’s health, the environment, and the economy Our mission is to: Lead the UK cannabis industry to success and enable it to speak with one […]

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CIC joins European Industrial Hemp Association

The Cannabis Industry Council has joined the European Industrial Hemp Association (EIHA). EIHA has member associations from across Europe, including Germany, France, and Ireland. Other non-EU member associations include Switzerland, Iceland, and Albania. Participation in EIHA will enable the CIC to share and understand best practice with other members, and to discuss policy and regulatory […]

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Follow CIC on Instagram

You can now follow updates from the Cannabis Industry Council on our new Instagram channel @UKCanCouncil. The launch of the CIC Instagram account coincides with the start of Medical Cannabis Awareness Week (1 November). The channel adds to the CIC’s existing social presence on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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CIC launches crowdfunder for key NHS project

An online crowdfunder has been launched to raise the funds required to kickstart a key project developing a health economics analysis of cannabis on the NHS. The crowdfunder, being run by the Cannabis Industry Council (CIC), aims to raise an additional £6,000 to £8,000 to enable the project to start. £12,000 worth of funding has […]

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Mike Barnes discusses cannabis on GB News

Professor Mike Barnes, Chair of the CIC, has been interviewed by GB News around the speculation concerning the classification of cannabis in the UK. Mike told GB News that the “rest of the world is going in the opposite direction, they are downgrading cannabis”. He added that cannabis “was legal, at least for medical purposes, […]

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