Category: Marton
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Luke hails cancer support lifeline as Maggie’s turns one
7 October 2026 More than 3,500 visits in just one year! That’s the milestone celebrated at Maggie’s Middlesbrough, where local MP Luke Myer joined staff and volunteers today to mark the charity’s first birthday. Based next to the Endeavour Unit at James Cook University Hospital, Maggie’s provides free emotional, practical…
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Luke visits Marton Summer Fair
22 August 2026 Luke Myer MP dropped in on Marton Community Centre’s Summer Fair today, joining families and local residents for an afternoon of community fun. The fair was organised by Marton East councillors Dorothy Davison and Jason McConnell, alongside the volunteers of Marton Community Centre and Marton East Community…
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New youth activities arrive in Marton
17 July 2026 Young people in Marton are set to benefit from new youth activities this summer after the MFC Foundation’s Youth Bus began regular sessions in the area, funded by Middlesbrough Council – part of Mayor Chris Cooke’s pledge to bring dedicated youth provision to every ward in Middlesbrough.…
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Marton man back on the road after Luke steps in
30 June 2026 A Marton man has finally got his driving licence back after Luke Myer MP stepped in over lengthy delays at the DVLA. The constituent had been unable to drive for months and was becoming increasingly worried about the impact on his work and business. Luke took the…
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Hospital parking charges cancelled after Luke steps in
30 June 2026 A Marton family has had two hospital parking charges cancelled after Luke Myer MP stepped in to help. The constituent contacted Luke after receiving repeated parking charges while his family attended essential appointments at James Cook University Hospital. His family included disabled passengers, while his young baby…
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Parking fines cancelled for NHS workers after Luke steps in
17 June 2026 Two NHS workers have had hospital parking fines cancelled after Luke Myer MP stepped in to help. A local NHS worker contacted Luke after she and colleagues received parking charges at the Friarage Hospital despite paying for staff parking permits through their wages. She said the fines were causing…
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£4,500 bonus for Middlesbrough nursery teachers
11 June 2026 Nursery teachers in Middlesbrough will be able to receive a £4,500 annual bonus under a new Labour Government scheme designed to attract and retain qualified early years teachers in communities where children are least likely to be school-ready. Middlesbrough is one of just ten areas selected for…
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Middlesbrough’s improved finances welcomed
9 June 2026 Middlesbrough Council’s financial position continues to improve, with new figures showing usable reserves have increased to nearly £26 million. The figures mark another step forward, following the lifting of the council’s Best Value Notice in 2024. The Best Value Notice was issued under the previous Independent Mayor…
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Luke takes Teesside Museums directly to Minister
Today (Tuesday 9 June), Luke Myer MP met Culture Minister Baroness Fiona Twycross to make the case for Teesside’s museums and cultural institutions. The meeting followed Luke’s recent Parliament speech on museums, where he praised the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum in Marton, and Land of Iron in Skinningrove. In the…
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Luke holds 83rd constituency surgery in Marton
Luke Myer MP held his 83rd constituency surgery since being elected almost two years ago this weekend, meeting residents in Marton to discuss local issues and concerns. The surgery took place at Marton Community Hub and Library today (Saturday 16 May), with residents raising a range of personal casework matters…
