17/09/2026
๐โจ JEMMA FREEMAN NAMED CIGAR AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR โจ๐
Jemma Freeman, Executive Chairman of Hunters & Frankau, has been named Cigar Ambassador of the Year at the 2026 Cigar Trophy Awards, organised by Cigar Journal and presented in Dortmund during InterTabac.
In her acceptance speech, Freeman reflected on nearly 24 years at Hunters & Frankau and paid tribute to her mentor, Simon Chase, before turning her attention to the current challenges facing the UK cigar sector.
A central focus of her remarks was the UK government's consultation on proposed standardised packaging for to***co products. The consultation is currently open and closes at 11:59 PM on 2 October 2026.
Freeman urged those attending the ceremony to take part in the consultation and make their views known, directing them to **rs for information and a response route.
Her award recognises a career that has extended well beyond the business of ci**rs, encompassing industry representation, education, and advocacy for the culture surrounding premium to***co.
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For information on the UK government's consultation, visit the official consultation page or **rs
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