Debbie King

Public affairs and campaigns bod. Views are all my own.

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

New public attitudes research from Campaign for Science and Engineering (CaSE) shows strong support for investing in research & development (R&D) in Scotland.

📊77% of voters in Scotland say it’s important for the Scottish Government to invest in R&D in their nation.

CaSE findings➡️https://t.co/TqP1l71tN4

At Cancer Research UK, we know investment in cancer research is vital for better cancer prevention, earlier diagnosis and kinder, more effective treatments.

🚨Read our Scottish manifesto➡️https://t.co/i5W5CxsLp8

[Cancer Research UK in Wales @CRUKCymru]

New public attitudes research from the Campaign for Science & Engineering (CaSE) shows voters in Wales strongly back investment in research & development (R&D).

📊72% of voters in Wales say it’s important for the Welsh Government to invest in R&D in their nation.

CaSE findings 👉 https://t.co/ArJtTshMv5

At @CRUKCymru, we want to see research flourish under the next Welsh Government. To find out how, read our Welsh manifesto here:
https://t.co/AOTOwHk7W1

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

Delighted that @ScotParl has once again shown its unanimous support for the Tobacco & Vapes Bill today.

A huge thank you to all of the MSPs who have shown their support for this vital legislation, which will help us create a smokefree generation in Scotland.

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

This election could be a turning point for cancer in Scotland. But we need your help.

Together, let’s call on all political parties to act.

Join our new campaign today, it takes just 60 seconds.

https://t.co/C7lLiZeOA6

#TurningPointForCancerInScotland

[Cancer Research UK @CR_UK]

If politicians commit to drive forward change & make cancer a priority, next year’s Scottish Parliament & Welsh Senedd elections can be the turning point for cancer we need.

Read our article for the key actions needed to improve cancer survival and care in Scotland & Wales 👇

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

Today we're at Holyrood with our @CR_UK campaigns ambassadors to launch our manifesto for Scotland.
Our manifesto outlines steps the next Scottish Government must take to tackle cancer in Scotland. 💙#LongerBetterLives Click here to read our manifesto in full: https://t.co/4NUV8vVCVW 📷Steve Welsh

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

Huge thank you to our @CR_UK Campaigns ambassadors for launching our manifesto for Scotland outside the Parliament.💙
Our manifesto outlines steps the next Scottish Government must take to tackle cancer.
Read our manifesto in full: https://t.co/wHECkxfegL

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

That’s a wrap on a fantastic day at Holyrood and the Senedd launching our new manifestos for cancer research and care.  

Cancer is still the defining health issue of our time - nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. Ahead of elections in 2026 in Scotland and Wales, we're calling all political parties to prioritise cancer and commit to our calls for change.

[Cancer Research UK in Wales @CRUKCymru]

Cancer death rates are 48% higher in the most deprived areas of Wales. We are in the Senedd today to call on politicians to take urgent action to reduce these inequalities. Beating cancer in Wales means beating it for everyone. #LongerBetterLivesWales

[Debbie King @king_debbie]

@CRUKScotland Outside Scottish Parliament today launching our manifesto #LongerBetterLivesScotland https://t.co/c2u8TmZLpv

[Cancer Research UK in Wales @CRUKCymru]

Thank you @PeterFox61 for speaking to us today in the Senedd about the importance of prioritising cancer research to improve survival for patients in Wales.

[Cancer Research UK in Wales @CRUKCymru]

Today, we’re delighted to launch our manifesto for cancer research and care for Wales. Click below to read our manifesto in full. Together, we can beat cancer in Wales. https://t.co/aqiL5JHvko

[Debbie King @king_debbie]

@CRUKCymru launching vitally important manifesto today - with nearly 1 in 2 people affected by cancer urgent action is needed. #LongerBettetLivesWales link https://t.co/G85UCsM2Py

[Debbie King @king_debbie]

@CRUKScotland launching vitally important manifesto ‘Longer, better lives:manifesto for cancer research and care’ today - urgent action needed with nearly 1 in 2 people affected by cancer. #LongerBetterLivesScotland link https://t.co/c2u8TmZdzX

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

It was fantastic to join Scottish Obesity Alliance colleagues at the Scottish Parliament last week to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Obesity Action Scotland and discuss how products high in fat, salt and sugar are still disproportionately promoted to consumers in comparison to healthier items.

The Scottish Government has a significant role to protect the health of future generations. That is why it is so important that it fulfils its promise this parliamentary term to introduce restrictions on price promotions of less healthy food and drink, and the placement of these products instore.

[Shaun Walsh @shaunewalsh]

Fabulous event @SeneddWales this morning with the Cross-Party Group on Cancer.

Demonstrating the power of collaboration- working together to beat cancer 🙌

[Michelle Mitchell @Michelle_CRUK]

I was honoured to speak to Wales @CR_UK Campaigns Ambassadors and hear their cancer experiences. Our Campaigns Ambassadors work tirelessly to ensure people live longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer. Thank you for your tireless dedication and determination.

[Debbie King @king_debbie]

John Griffith MS opening the Cross Party Group event focussing on collaboration to beat cancer @SeneddWales @CRUKCymru

[Debbie King @king_debbie]

Very excited to be @SeneddWales today for Cross Party Group on Cancer event organised by our fabulous @CRUKCymru team ❤️

[Cancer Research UK in Scotland @CRUKScotland]

This report is a powerful reminder of how products high in fat, salt and sugar are still disproportionately promoted to consumers in comparison to healthier items. To protect the health of future generations, within this parliamentary term the Scottish Government must introduce restrictions on multi-buy and location based promotions of unhealthy foods.