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Become a Member
CIC membership is open to organisations and business that either work within or operate from the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. We are a collective voice for the medical cannabis, CBD wellbeing, and hemp sector across the UK.
By joining the CIC, you become part of a strong nationwide network with the ability to influence the future of the industry. We also represent our members’ interests with Government, regulators, and thought leaders.
Additionally, members receive a range of benefits, services, and discounts, which are listed below.
Membership Benefits and Opportunities
Working Groups
Develop priorities and activity across a range of core topics
Events & Networking
Take part in regular networking meetings, forums, conferences and webinars
Online Listing
Claim your directory listing - increasing digital reach & reputation as a trusted organisation
Services & Training
Training & discounted access to third-party services - tax advice, legal and financial services
PR Opportunities
Feature your business with regular blogs, case studies, speaking opportunities and interviews
Sponsorship
Build brand awareness with the opportunity to sponsor CIC activity, on and offline
Other Benefits
Access publications, get member newsletter & logos, opportunities to join CIC leadership team
Platinum Membership
Larger members can sign up for two years, and receive a range of additional benefits
Become a member of the CIC
Membership criteria and information
We offer four categories of membership – Platinum Member, Full Member, Associate Member (services), Associate Member (third sector).
To join, your organisation must be a formal, legal entity. Prospective members must also be aligned with the CIC’s values, and undertake to follow the CIC constitution and code of conduct.
We also have Supporter and International Observer options, for individuals and overseas trade associations respectively.
Membership is open to, but not limited to:
- Licensed producers and UK based companies working with products that require a Home Office controlled drug import licence / MHRA import licence, and/or cultivation of plants, primary extraction or manufacture of finished controlled drugs from biomass or using products in excess of the controlled cannabinoids threshold – Prescription Cannabis
- Licensed cultivators and importers of Cannabis with a THC content not exceeding 0.2% – Industrial Hemp
- Professional associations that represent the industry (e.g. Industrial Hemp, CBD)
- Platinum Member (two-years upfront): £4,400 – £6,600
- Full Member: £250 – £3,300
- Associate Member (services): £250 – £2,200
- Associate Member (third sector): Free – £1,100
The following who are active in the sector are also eligible for membership:
- Agriculture
- Banking & Investment
- Campaign Groups
- CBD Product Manufacturers and Distributors
- Charities & Social Enterprises (e.g. Health)
- Commercial & Professional Services
- Education
- Hemp Product Manufacturers and Distributors
- Infrastructure
- Insurance
- Law
- Media & PR
- Patient Groups
- Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
- Political Groups & Parliamentary bodies
- Prescription Cannabis Clinics
- Prescription Cannabis Dispensaries
- Prescription Consumption Venues
- Research
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