Abstract Key decision-making organisations such as the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the European Commission (EC) have started to focus on the industrial and economic implications of advanced materials (AMs). Internationally, there is a strong push for a sustainable and circular economy in which 'safety by design', recyclability and re-use will be high on the agenda. It is important material scientists, industry, and regulators consider how to work together to support the safe use of AMs. In 2021, DEFRA, HSE Science Division, NPL, UK HSA and BSI held an online workshop with industry experts, materials scientists and regulators to create a UK knowledge sharing community on the safe exploitation of AMs. This first workshop assessed the level of interest in creating an UK AM knowledge sharing community focussing on the application of safe by design for safer adoption of AMs. The participants concluded that any definition of AM related to a novel material property may be necessary but would make it difficult to use from a practical regulatory perspective. A second event is planned for early 2023 to share views on the benefits and pitfalls of the safe commercialisation of AMs; including the societal benefits that may arise and the potential obstacles to the wider adoption of these new materials. These events are being attended by organisations developing AMs, those manufacturing and using AMs, and also health and safety experts and regulators. The poster will summarise the outcomes of the two workshops.