CBMA | Cannabis-Based Medicines Association

About us

Responding together

As public attention grows and the regulatory framework is reviewed, the industry can contribute collectively as a credible partner to regulators and policymakers.

Where the sector stands today

Eight years after cannabis-based products for medicinal use (CBPMs) were authorised, the sector has an opportunity to strengthen evidence, raise standards and build confidence.

01

Public scrutiny

Public attention to medical cannabis is growing. Clear, evidence-based information can help distinguish prescribed medicines from recreational cannabis.

02

Regulatory review

The Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) review is due by the end of 2026. This is an opportunity to contribute evidence and practical experience to discussions about the existing framework.

03

Building clinical confidence

Wider National Health Service (NHS) adoption will require stronger evidence, professional education and guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

04

A collective industry voice

The sector needs a credible collective voice to engage regulators and media, and to set clear standards for the sector.

Our objectives

Building the industry's institutional voice

01.

Industry alignment

Bring responsible operators together around shared priorities and coordinated positions.

02.

Policy leadership

Develop evidence-based policy proposals and consultation responses informed by members and external experts.

03.

Institutional engagement

Establish trusted, long-term relationships with government, regulators, Parliament and the NHS.

04.

Public credibility

Develop a unified industry narrative and build trusted relationships with journalists and opinion-formers.

The team

A proven track record

The CBMA is operated by Coalitions.eu, which also runs UIVEC (the French medical cannabis and CBD industry body, founded 2020) and A2M France (mature medicines, founded 2024). Structured collective action in these sectors has moved regulators and secured legislative wins within months.

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