Luke Robinson

Director of Communications @CR_UK Former senior civil servant @MoJGovUK wonk @theRSAorg journalist @BBC. Views here my own #Politics #SocialChange #Arsenal

[Cancer Research UK @CR_UK]

🆕 Our analysis has revealed that the UK could avoid 34,000 deaths from cancer within a decade of the #GeneralElection if the next government takes urgent action to improve cancer outcomes.

To help us make this election a #TurningPointForCancer, join our campaign to demand action 👉 https://t.co/tK54kJVO5X

[Greg @GMarwing]

@CR_UK ✌🏻🙏🏻

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Thanks to Derek Twigg MP for mentioning our Cancer Manifesto #LongerBetterLives during today's #PMQs.

 In our manifesto we set out an ambitious roadmap to save 20k lives a year by 2040 - but this is only possible if we maintain our place at the forefront of global cancer research.

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

I’m really proud of the work my colleagues have put in to developing our #cancermanifesto. Fixing cancer will take leadership, political will, investment and reform. Will our leaders and rise to the challenge? I do hope so. #LongerBetterLives @CR_UK

[Michelle Mitchell @Michelle_CRUK]

At @CR_UK we’ve made huge progress on cancer over the last 50 years – but cancer is still the defining health issue of our time.

Today we’ve launched our #CancerManifesto outlining the steps the next UK Government must take so that people can live #LongerBetterLives.

Visit our website to read it in full: https://t.co/OGaXdvRkyI.

[Cancer Research UK @CR_UK]

📺 Watch @DrOwenJackson and @CharlesSwanton at @TheCrick on @BBCBreakfast, along with lung cancer survivor Kelly, who took part in the #TRACERx trial. They discuss our #CancerManifesto – a plan the next UK government must implement to help people live #LongerBetterLives.

[Lord Bethell @JimBethell]

The Cancer Manifesto from @CancerUK is more than just a stunt. It's a vital agenda for preventing disease that is crucial to the prosperity of 🇬🇧.

Here's why I wholeheartedly support it. Here's a summary (link), and a thread.

https://t.co/B1yxPLJMgr

#LongerBetterLives

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[Cancer Research UK @CR_UK]

It’s time to act. Join our call for #LongerBetterLives by signing our open letter to political party leaders: https://t.co/vkuUbm5ZeG

[Cancer Research UK @CR_UK]

Cancer is the defining health issue of our time. Ahead of a general election, we're launching our #CancerManifesto, which sets out the steps the next UK government must take so that people can live #LongerBetterLives.

From backing cancer research and tackling long waiting times to creating a smokefree generation, the actions we’ve outlined can help prevent thousands of future cancers and improve cancer survival.

[BBC Radio 4 Today @BBCr4today]

Cancer Research UK has launched its manifesto of priorities for this government and the next, ahead of a general election.

BBC Health Correspondent Michelle Roberts tells #R4Today it is calling for a National Cancer Council.

Listen at 0810 when the charity's CEO joins us live.

[Torsten Bell @TorstenBell]

Rhetoric asise, the big picture economic argument of @RachelReevesMP speech: Britain needs to start investing again. This is 1) right 2) hard 🧵

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

This is fantastic news for everyone who has fought for a #SmokefreeUK. Smoking is still the largest cause of cancer (and death) in the UK - and helping ensure our children don't get hooked on tobacco can only be a good thing. #CPC2023 Big up @CRUK_Policy!

[Channel 4 News @Channel4News]

"I propose that in future we raise the smoking age by one year, every year."

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says younger generations will "grow up smoke free" in an attempt to reduce cancer deaths and ease the yearly £17bn pressure smoking places on the NHS.

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

Fantastic article by our Chief Exec @Michelle_CRUK on why government needs to take action on tobacco if we're to prevent cancer and reduce pressure on the #NHS. Will Rishi respond today? Let's hope so. #CPC23 #CPC2023

[Guardian Opinion @guardianopinion]

What to do about the tobacco companies still killing millions? Make them pay – and heavily | Michelle Mitchell https://t.co/ucQW5nBkTO

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

What a wonderful thread - it summarised our comms & marketing strategy in one go! Thanks for the support @antoniabance

[Antonia Bance MP @antoniabance]

Seen from the train this morning. So clever, so emotional, and I’ve just donated. Brilliant craft from CRUK.

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

Just got home from an amazing evening celebrating @SU2CUK at the National Comedy Awards. Rhod Gilbert - there are no words ❤️. And @iAmLaurenMahon - your fight is my fight - you are an inspiration. 💪

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

Happy Friday everyone 🙌

[Brendan May @bmay]

When a person of culture meets a populist dog whistler, the outcome is sublime.

The late great Jonathan Miller here, making the argument that Stuart Rose made against Braverman the other day, just decades earlier.

It’s all about leadership.

[Michelle Mitchell @Michelle_CRUK]

There's been a lot of political change since launching @CR_UK's #SmokefreeUK campaign this summer, but with our supporters we’re making progress. Please watch, share and help us end smoking-related cancers. Ask your MP to pledge their support: https://t.co/BcPra9alLx

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

Why? Cancer is one of the greatest challenges of our time. 1 in 2 people in the UK born after 1960 will get cancer in their lifetime. The work of charities like @CR_UK @TheCrick is vital to improving our chances of survival and bringing hope to millions of people around the world

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

This Sunday, I'm running @LondonMarathon to raise vital funds for @CR_UK. I'm running in memory of my dad and his two sisters, and also @bowelbabe whose family I sadly got to know prior to her death in June 2022. Please donate if you can. #LondonMarathon
https://t.co/80y8SQ7VCF

[Luke Robinson @LukeRobUK]

Wowzers. They’ll just play this by @michaelsheen in the Welsh dressing room and be done. Maybe @EnglandFootball can do the same - but who? Someone give Kenneth Branagh a shout pronto. #FIFAWorldCup