Category: Defence
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Myer warns on disinformation threat
Today (3 December 2025), Luke Myer MP used a parliamentary debate on the future of local media to warn that rising misinformation, hostile state interference and algorithm-driven radicalisation are eroding trust in democratic life, calling for stronger standards and better digital protection for communities. Luke argued that when trusted local…
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Luke Myer MP attends opening of Morgan House Veteran Support Centre in Boosbeck
Luke Myer MP was delighted to join Healthier Heroes CIC, Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, Armed Forces Champion David Taylor, and the family of Sam Morgan for the official opening of Morgan House in Boosbeck. The new centre represents a major step forward in providing support and stability for veterans…
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Luke Myer MP welcomes new support for veterans and urges continued action after meeting Veterans Minister
Last month, Luke Myer MP met Louise Sandher-Jones, the new Veterans Minister, to discuss the Veterans Strategy (published this week) and the need to strengthen mental health and wraparound support for veterans in East Cleveland. The meeting followed earlier work with local veterans and the family of Sam Morgan from…
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Army Resettlement Payment Secured for Hemlington Veteran
Luke Myer MP has helped a Hemlington veteran secure the resettlement lump sum she was entitled to after 14 years of service as a military nurse. The payment had initially been refused due to an administrative issue, leaving her without vital support during her transition back to civilian life. After…
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Luke Myer MP joins Battle of Britain commemoration service in Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland MP Luke Myer joined veterans, cadets, civic leaders and residents at Middlesbrough Cenotaph today (14 September 2025) for a service marking the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. The annual Parade and Service was organised by 1869 (Middlesbrough) Squadron Air Cadets, supported by 2394…
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Luke Myer MP backs £70m investment to expand cadets
The Labour Government’s new ‘30 by 30’ campaign will boost opportunities for local young people through a major expansion of the Cadet Forces. 24 August 2025 Luke Myer MP has welcomed a £70 million Government investment to expand cadet opportunities for young people in Teesside as part of Labour’s new…
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Coulby Newham Army Reservists visit Downing Street and Parliament
Today (Saturday 9 August) Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland MP Luke Myer hosted members of the 162 Regiment’s 282 Movement Control Squadron RLC from Coulby Newham for a special visit to Downing Street and a tour of Parliament. The squadron is a reserve unit that provides logistics and support to…
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Luke secures ill-health pension for local veteran
Luke Myer MP has helped a Hemlington resident, a veteran and former NHS worker, whose ill-health pension had been repeatedly delayed and was causing financial strain for his family. After Luke raised the issue directly with NHS Pensions and the NHS Business Services Authority, the pension was processed swiftly and…
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Luke Myer MP Calls for Security Review of RAF Bases
Following the recent illegal entry and criminal vandalism at RAF Brize Norton, Luke Myer, MP for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland, has called for “robust action” to safeguard the UK’s military bases and forces families. Speaking in Parliament today (24 June 2025), Luke questioned the Minister for the Armed Forces…
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Luke Myer MP backs major overhaul of military housing with new ‘Homes Fit For Heroes’ plan
New investment to bring 36,000 homes back into public ownership and ensure service families have safe, decent housing. 19th June 2025 – Westminster A landmark reform to military housing has been unveiled this week, with a new Charter setting clear standards and rights for families living in the 36,000 homes…
