Great to see the UK considering removing visa fees for global talent 🌍 High costs like visa fees and the IHS cost our institutes £870k last year, and stop block researchers and families from coming to the UK 💷 Lowering these barriers is vital for UK science to stay world-leading and beat cancer 🔬

Non-commercial clinical research delivers better, kinder treatments for people with cancer. This report from the @amrc-uk.bsky.social and @wellcometrust.bsky.social demonstrates that. With the right support in place, non-commercial clinical research boosts the health and wealth of the UK.

Sign up now for CRUK’s UK E-Cigarette Research Forum covering the “Knowns & Unknowns of Vaping.” Click the link below to register 👇

1/ Our Executive Director of Policy, Information and Communications @ianwalker-cruk.bsky.social recently wrote for @politicshome.bsky.social to outline the importance of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill and to call on parliamentarians to prioritise the passage of this world-leading legislation.

1/ 🔎Last week Public Health Scotland published a new evidence review showing that...

Thank you to Baroness Northover for raising our report in the House of Lords. Now that Parliament is back, it is vital that the Government prioritises the Tobacco and Vapes Bill in the legislative timetable to ensure its passage.

Register now for CRUK’s UK E-Cigarette Research Forum with the theme of “Knowns & Unknowns of Vaping.” 📅 Fri 26 Sept, 11:00-14:30 (BST) 👉Sign up by Thu 25 Sept: cruk.jotform.com/242603908150...

Thank you for coming to the Ayr Cancer Research UK Shop Elaine Stewart MP

Great to meet the team at the Cancer Research UK East Street shop last week! The store has a whopping 55 volunteers and is the best performing shop in the region. It was brilliant to see behind the scenes and witness the cheerful and inclusive environment they've created.

Visa costs at Cancer Research UK institutes double in two years. Cancer charity warns that soaring costs are hindering research, after its institutes (including at the CRICK) spent almost £900k last year on bringing scientists to the country. www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-c...

Professor Jason Carroll, Interim Director at the @cruk-ci.bsky.social emphasised how this is affecting their research.

New report 🚨 Our 2025 analysis shows the mounting impacts of the UK immigration system: over £870,000 cost, challenges to recruit and delays to life-saving cancer research. Read more: bit.ly/CRUK2025visasblog

Thank you for coming to the Torquay Cancer Research UK Shop @stevedarlingmp.bsky.social

📈New ASH survey data shows 83% of NHS tobacco dependence treatment services face insecure futures, while six acute hospital trusts and two mental health trusts have begun decommissioning their tobacco dependence treatment services. 👉More detail: ash.org.uk/resources/vi...

🚨 In a powerful opinion piece in @bmj.com, health leaders from @bma.org.uk, @rcphysicians.bsky.social, @rcn.org.uk, @rcpsych.bsky.social & @rcm.org.uk have sounded the alarm over the threat of cuts to NHS tobacco dependence treatment services.

⏰ICYMI: @crukpolicy.bsky.social new report explores young peoples' views on marketing for tobacco, vapes, alcohol & HFSS foods online. ❗Ultimately they're seeing a lot. UK Govt must do more to create an online environment that empowers healthy changes. news.cancerresearchuk.org/2025/08/19/j...

👋New Vacancy! Do you have experience in public health, leadership and shaping policy? If so, the role of Head of Obesity Action Scotland could be the one for you 🤝 Full details of the role 🔗http://bit.ly/4fgsbG1

Thank you for coming to the Port Talbot Cancer Research UK shop @skinnock.bsky.social

🆕 Published study by @yougov.co.uk & Humankind Research commissioned by @cancerresearchuk.org ‘s Prevention Policy Research Team explored young people’s awareness of and interaction with marketing for cigarettes, vapes, HFSS products, and alcohol online. Read more ⬇️📑http://bit.ly/47DzHcn

1/ 🚨 New CRUK research investigates young people's exposure to marketing for tobacco, vapes, alcohol & HFSS foods on social media. Marketing makes these products more appealing—and social media can make healthy choices harder. See the full report here: bit.ly/47DzHcn

Thank you for coming to the Chelmsford Cancer Research UK Shop @mariecgoldman.bsky.social

Thank you for coming to the Wokingham Cancer Research UK Shop @clivejonesmp.bsky.social

1/ Risk stratification offers a powerful opportunity to tailor care to individuals, and it is evolving rapidly. By identifying people at higher risk of having or developing cancer, we can ensure they get the right care at the right time.

Thank you for coming to the Beckenham Cancer Research UK Shop @liamconlon.bsky.social

🚭 New ASH data reveals inequalities in second-hand smoke exposure at work. While 14% of people in GB report workplace exposure, the figure soars in particular industries: • Transport – 41% • Hospitality – 38% • Electric, gas, water supply – 33% Where is your job on the list? 👇

Thank you for visiting the Godalming Cancer Research UK Shop @jeremyhuntmp.bsky.social

Thank you for coming to the Holywood Cancer Research UK Shop Alex Easton MP

⏰ England lags behind comparable countries when it comes to cancer survival. The 10 Year Health Plan makes some positive steps, but there is much the upcoming National Cancer Plan needs to do to set out how government will deliver its commitment to reduce the lives lost to cancer.

Inspiring to visit @CR_UK on Grainger Street in #Newcastle. The stores sell over 2,500 items a week and took £310,000 last year raising £165,000 for cancer research! I saw the important work volunteers like Steffon do and I got a lesson in how to steam clothes for the shop floor.

Thank you for coming to the Ormskirk Cancer Research UK Shop @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social

I was delighted to visit the Cancer Research UK superstore at Regent Road Retail Park where I met and chatted with wonderful staff and local volunteers. Last year @cancerresearchuk.org volunteers gave over 2.5 million hours across all shops. Thank you for all you do, you truly make a difference!

Thank you for coming to the Crouch End Cancer Research UK Shop @catherinewestmp.bsky.social

Great to visit the @cancerresearchuk.org Palmers Green shop to meet James & Gail, who work hard to support our community & Cancer Research UK's amazing work. Shops like this one delivered a total contribution of £28m in 2023/24 to fund lifesaving research. Proud to support local charity shops!

1/ The 10 Year Health Plan aimed to set out a new vision for the NHS around three big shifts - towards prevention, digital and community care. Our latest analysis explores what the 10YHP delivered for cancer, and what that means for the upcoming National Cancer Plan. bit.ly/4mtxNiD

I visited the Cancer Research superstore in Beckton. They need more donations of furniture so if you have anything in good condition consider donating instead of throwing away. They also need more volunteers! Having met the team I would encourage anyone to join them.

Yesterday I witnessed the impressive dedication of Bryony and the team who work at the Cancer Research UK shop in Honiton. Volunteers and items for re-sale are always welcome.

Cancer clinical trials save lives and boost the economy – but setting them up is still far too slow. ✒️Read our opinion piece in the BMJ : bit.ly/41mU8Gx ⬇️ Our latest report outlines key actions to accelerate trial set-up in the UK: bit.ly/4oikP9e 1/4

🚨Upcoming policy webinar📢 Join Naser Turabi, Dr Ian Walker & Professor Sir Mike Richards CBE to discuss findings from our 'Cancer in the UK: Overview 2025' report and look ahead to the National Cancer Plan. 📅 Tues 29 July, 10:30–11:30am 🔗 Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a50d11...

Good to join @healthequals.bsky.social's event today about #MakeHealthEqual & the importance of reducing health inequalities. Particularly useful to speak to @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social about the 10 Year Health Plan & the importance of the upcoming National Cancer Plan for @crukpolicy.bsky.social.

We were delighted to see @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social's Rare Cancers Bill pass third reading this afternoon in the House of Commons. This Bill is a crucial step forward for those living with rare and less common cancers, and we look forward to supporting it through the House of Lords.

Thank you to @catsmithmp.bsky.social for holding the first ever Westminster hall debate on alcohol and cancer, supported by @aha-uk.bsky.social and @wcrf.org

Yesterday, the UK Government published its 10 Year Health Plan, aiming to reform the NHS over the next decade. ⬇️ for what it means for cancer, and what needs to come next in the National Cancer Plan 1/

Three years ago, we launched our #SmokefreeUK campaign, urging government action against the biggest cause of cancer. We've come a long way, and with the Tobacco and Vapes Bill currently moving through the UK Parliament, we're reflecting on three key moments from the campaign 👇

1/ With the publication of the 10 Year Health Plan for England imminent, we’ve set out three key steps the plan must take to deliver for cancer. 👇

We were excited last autumn when the UK Government announced plans to put life sciences and research clusters at the core of their Industrial Strategy. We know clusters can help deliver world-class cancer research.

Senedd Health and Social Care committee have published a report today recommending that MUP in Wales is continued and uprated in line with inflation🍷

Welcoming UK Govt's intention to introduce healthy food sales targets for food industry, Michelle Mitchell, CRUK CEO, said: "Businesses can play a major role in supporting people to make healthy choices & this important step could help to reduce rising obesity rates." www.gov.uk/government/n...

New research reveals around 1 million people in the UK are at a higher risk of cancer due to a combination of: smoking, overweight and obesity, and heavy drinking. Here's what Malcolm Clark, senior prevention policy manager at CRUK said: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

A new economic analysis by Cancer Research UK shows that the UK economy loses £10.3bn to cancer deaths each year in lost productivity – more than any other health condition.

Last week we shared our analysis of the latest cancer waiting times data for England - showing that despite progress, many patients still face long waits before starting treatment ⏰ 👇Click below to read our full blog👇