Calls on Government to improve early detection of prostate cancer

8th October 2025 

Luke Myer MP has voiced his support for urgent action to improve early detection of prostate cancer, England’s most diagnosed cancer, following discussions at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool this week. He is urging MPs to back three key measures: overhaul outdated NHS guidelines, fund a nationwide public awareness campaign, and replace confusing health information with the Prostate Cancer UK Risk Checker.

Speaking from the conference, Luke said:

 “It’s about time we put England’s most diagnosed cancer in its place. Early detection saves lives and we must ensure every man knows his risk and has the chance of a lifesaving diagnosis.”

Prostate Cancer UK has highlighted that 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Current NHS guidance prevents GPs from initiating discussions unless symptoms appear, despite the disease often being symptom-free in its early stages. The campaign calls for immediate action so men can access potentially lifesaving PSA tests and information via the online Risk Checker.

Laura Kerby, Chief Executive of Prostate Cancer UK, said:

 “Prostate cancer is England’s most common cancer and it’s the last major cancer without a screening programme. Too many men are dying, and the UK faces an unacceptable reality where if you’re Black or from a working-class area, you’re more likely to get an incurable diagnosis. While we’re looking forward to the screening decision later this year, we need to take action now to fight these shocking inequalities and ensure more men get an early, lifesaving diagnosis.”