Industry leaders Frances Crewdson and Tom Gray have been elected as the new Co-Chairs of the Cannabis Industry Council (CIC), taking on the baton from Dr. Callie Seaman and Jamie Bartley. Frances has been Chair of the CIC Standards Working Group since 2024, as well as being a Director of CannDo Consulting. Tom has been […]
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Commenting on the newly published London Drugs Commission report entitled ‘The Cannabis Conundrum’, CIC CEO Mike Morgan-Giles said: “The Cannabis Industry Council welcomes this report from the London Drugs Commission. “It is beyond doubt that the current system is disproportionately impacting ethnic minority communities and reform is badly needed. “The CIC contributed to the commission’s […]
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In this month’s episode, Luke speaks to Liam O’Dowd, Editor and Co-Founder of leafie. Liam explores leafie’s approach, highlighting how the magazine’s commitment to independent, evidence-based journalism counters the negative cannabis narrative found in some mainstream media outlets. The podcast can be listened to now via Spotify, Amazon, Apple and more.
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The Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has stated on its website this month that: “if a company markets a CBD containing product that makes a medicinal claim it will be considered to fall within the definition of a medical product contained in The Human Medicines Regulations 2012…Medicinal products must hold a Marketing Authorisation […]
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In this month’s episode, Luke speaks to Adam Windish, Chief Revenue Officer of the medical division of British Cannabis. Adam explores how his experience as a patient has deepend his understanding of the needs of medicinal cannabis users, along with how British Cannabis has responded to these needs. The podcast can be listened to now […]
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The Government has responded to the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) in respect to THC levels within industrial hemp. The Government say they have accepted ACMD proposals to increase THC levels from 0.2% to 0.3%, noting that “the change is expected to yield economic advantages by providing access to more hemp varieties. […]
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The Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) has written to the Home Office, outlining its planned work programme for 2025. The plans include confirmation that the ACMD’s work on the emergence of semi-synethetic cannabinoids (such as HHC) is expected to be completed by summer 2025. This will include a “review of their associated […]
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We are offering a £25 Amazon voucher to any individual working for a CIC member that successfully nominates another organisation for membership. This offer applies to paid types of CIC membership only. It does not apply to any free member categories, the International Observer scheme, or any supporter categories. The Five Steps to Claim How […]
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In this month’s episode, Luke speaks with Jamie Bartley, CEO of the Unyte Group, and Co-Chair of the Cannabis Industry Council. Jamie elaborates on his vision for industrial hemp in relation to the net zero agenda, along with outlining the main challenges holding back the UK’s hemp industry from flourishing. The podcast can be listened […]
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In today’s episode of the Cannabis Industry Podcast, Luke Strong speaks with Heidi Whitman, a global cannabis strategist and co-founder of the EmpowHer Cannabis Society. Heidi dives into her journey, her strategies for creating inclusive and empowering spaces, and her vision for a cannabis industry where women are at the forefront of innovation and change. […]
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