Category: Economy
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Luke Myer MP welcomes nuclear planning reforms
Today (6 February 2025) the Labour Government announced major planning reforms to clear a path for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to be built in Britain for the first time. The Government confirmed it would be ‘ripping up the rules’ to fire up nuclear power – meaning a secure supply of…
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Asda’s Cashpot for Schools Raises £14,400 for Local Schools
Luke Myer is delighted to share that 3,722 customers across Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland took part in Asda’s Cashpot for Schools initiative this year, raising an incredible £14,400 for 33 local schools. This funding will go directly to schools, allowing them to invest in the resources and projects that matter most…
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Luke Myer MP Welcomes Game-Changing Boost for Teesside’s Green Fuel Industry
Today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a major boost for the UK’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry, confirming an additional £63 million investment into the Advanced Fuels Fund and detailing a Revenue Certainty Mechanism to drive further private investment. This commitment marks a significant step in the UK’s journey towards greener…
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Luke Myer MP Welcomes £26m British Steel Investment in Skinningrove
British Steel has officially opened a £26m state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at its Skinningrove site on Teesside, marking the largest single investment in the location in over 30 years. The new service centre will primarily support the high-reach forklift truck industry, with advanced equipment including CNC lathes, automated bandsaws, and a…
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Statement on Steel
Steel faces an existential threat. Britain’s crude steel production has declined by more than 50% in the last 10 years, and today a shocking 68% of our steel comes from abroad. I do not believe it has to be this way. I believe in Britain. Since we took office, this…
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Luke Myer MP and Tees Valley Labour MPs Meet with Industry Minister to Champion Teesside’s Role in Upcoming Industrial Strategy
Tees Valley Labour MPs, met with Industry Minister Sarah Jones MP to advocate for Teesside’s pivotal role in the Government’s forthcoming ten-year Industrial Strategy. The meeting focused on ensuring that Teesside, with its strong industrial heritage and future potential, is a cornerstone of the Government’s plans to transform key sectors…
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Tees Valley MPs discuss investment into the Tees Valley
This week, Tees Valley MPs met with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonny Reynolds to discuss investment in our region. It’s been a historic week for industrial investment here, with the Government securing a series of landmark agreements to create thousands of jobs – carbon capture and…
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Net Zero Teesside: a historic day for Teesside
Today (10 December 2024) the Labour Government has signed off on the East Coast Cluster, a £4 billion investment for Teesside. This represents the largest single investment in our region’s history, and a project that will make Teesside a global leader in the green technology of the future. The project,…
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Building the Future for Teesside, Darlington & Hartlepool
Statement from Luke Myer MP: In just five months under this Labour Government, we’ve started delivering real change for our region. Working closely with the new Government, your local Labour MPs have secured transformative investments and initiatives that are already making a difference: ✅ £4bn Net Zero Teesside Project –…
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Luke Myer MP Hosts Successful Jobs Fair in Loftus
Today, Luke Myer MP brought together a range of key organisations for a Jobs Fair in Loftus, designed to support local residents with career advice, training opportunities, and job-seeking guidance. Along with support from Councillor Linda White, the event proved to be an invaluable resource for the community, offering attendees…
