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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 16h

Today is World Mental Health Day💚

Let’s keep breaking the stigma, talking openly, and making sure everyone gets the support they deserve. No one should have to struggle alone, help is out there.

Below is just some of the brilliant support services we have in York - reach out if you need support.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 1d

Lovely to visit Asda at Monks Cross to chat with the team about the amazing Tickled Pink campaign.

For nearly 30 years, Tickled Pink has helped raise awareness and funds for breast cancer charities, supporting life-saving research and early detection.👏

Luke and the team stood infront of a delivery van.

Luke holding a Yorkshire Tea tickled pink box smiling.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 4d

Yesterday, I attended a moving community memorial service in Leeds with @thejlc.org following the terrorist attack at Heaton Park Synagogue.

I have offered York Liberal Jewish Community my unwavering support. Now more than ever, our communities must all stand in defiance of hatred.

A photograph of Luke Charters MP speaking with a microphone

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 5d

🎁I spoke to ITV about my own experience of gift card fraud.

Sadly, I know I’m not alone, too many people fall victim to these scams every year.

We need stronger protections and clearer awareness so others don’t go through the same, especially in the run up to Christmas.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 12d

Day one at Labour Party Conference done! ✅

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 15d

Great to visit the team at YO1 Radio studio for my upcoming interview!🎙️

YO1 do fantastic work in York - giving a platform to local voices, supporting community projects, and keeping us all connected with news and events that matter to our city.

Keep an eye out for my interview coming out soon 👀

Luke in the YO1 studio smiling holding a cup

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 15d

Great to host a business roundtable in York 💼✨

From Piglets, to Portakabin, to Pool Bridge Farm - we had some fantastic conversations about how we can support growth, skills and new opportunities here in our city 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and shared their ideas!

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 16d

Great to mark #NationalFitnessDay with a visit to PureGym in Clifton Moor!

Exercise isn’t just about keeping fit, it’s vital for our mental as well as physical health.

Today is a great reminder about how important it is to make activity part of our daily lives. 💪

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 17d

Great to join the Network Rail drop-in to hear about all the new timetable changes.

I’ll keep working to make sure any timetable improvements benefit people across York Outer - whether for commuting, business, or leisure and to make sure people are able to visit our beautiful city too!🚆

Luke and Network Rail staff with a banner showing the changes to timetables.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 18d

Which drink is the best of Britain? 🍵🍺☕️

And what else makes you proud to call this country home?🇬🇧

That’s what Iain Dale asked me recently — now I’d love to hear your answers.

Share them below👇

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 18d

Wonderful to visit Optegra Eye Clinic, just after they celebrated their 5,000th procedure! 🥳

Their team provides life-changing care, and I know firsthand how important that is from members of my own family who've used their incredible services.

Luke and the team smiling outside with the Optegra sign in the background

Luke talking to a member of the team in a corridor

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 19d

🌟Inspiring end to the week at the #MakeADifferenceAwards - celebrating some of the incredible people who go above and beyond for their community.

From volunteers to local heroes, these awards shine a light on the best of York and North Yorkshire - ordinary people making an extraordinary difference!

Luke stood smiling infront of the purple " Make A Difference" banner

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 20d

A rainy day at the LNER, but good to be here with Ken Merry, Principal of York College.

A tough late blow from Solihull brought our first defeat of the season, but it’s onwards and upwards from here. #YCFC

Luke and Ken smiling stood under and umbrella on the pitch

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 21d

Queen Elizabeth Barracks plays a huge part in our community in York, and it was great to join their Community Open Day!

Fantastic to meet the dedicated service personnel and see firsthand the important work they do for both our country and our city.

Luke and staff from the Barracks stood together smiling.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 22d

📍Delighted that Madam Deputy Speaker, Judith Cummins MP, visited York for a special Rail 200 celebration.

🚂York has always been at the heart of Britain’s railway story, and it was fantastic to hear from Frank Paterson MBE about the past, present and future of our railways!

Luke, Frank and Judith holding a plaque with a blue sign next to them.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 23d

Fantastic to be at Nestlé seeing how our world-famous Kit Kats are made 🍫 - and in the time it took to film this video, over 3,000 rolled off the line!

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 24d

Today, the Hillsborough Law was introduced to Parliament – a landmark change that will make a real difference for families who have lost loved ones in tragedies.

This law helps to put them at the heart of the system, ensuring fairness, transparency and accountability.

Luke and Minister Alex Davies Jones holding a board which says "I'm supporting Hillsborough Law Now"

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 25d

The Employment Rights Bill is the biggest boost to workers’ rights in a generation.

Tonight, the Tories led the charge to water it down, after Reform UK opposed it. A terrible tribute act following a failing band.

When it comes to workers’ rights, only Labour can be trusted.🌹

A photo of Luke Charters MP supporting the Employment Rights Bill.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 25d

I’m excited to support Ministers on this bill which will transform lives in York Outer, and I also look forward to contributing to the wider work of the department.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 25d

The first job is to stop opposition wrecking amendments to the ERB that would allow exploitative zero hours contracts, and water down safeguards to prevent unfair dismissal.

I’m honoured to be working with Peter Kyle and the team to deliver the biggest upgrade to workers' rights in a generation.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 25d

Thrilled to be appointed a Parliamentary Private Secretary (PPS) at the Department for Business and Trade, especially with the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) returning to the Commons today.

Luke in Westminster Hall holding the Employment Rights Bill

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 26d

Thank you to Dunnington Primary School for a fantastic visit! 🏫

Thoroughly enjoyed a Q&A with Year 5 and 6, who asked some absolutely brilliant questions about politics, and how they can make a difference in their own communities. 🗳️🌍

Luke and students in Dunnington Primary’s school hall smiling together.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 27d

🚙Fantastic to visit Autohorn, a proud York business celebrating 30 years of innovation and service

Great to speak to Scott and team about their exciting plans for the future.

Here's to the next 30!🎉

Luke with the “Bon Voy Charge” vehicle smiling.

Luke and Scott stood next to the Autohorn sign.

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · 28d

Great to visit The Cross Keys on Tadcaster Road last week and congratulate Chris on being named Franchisee of the Year at the Night of Excellence Awards🏆🍻

A fantastic achievement for Chris, his team, and our local pub community in Dringhouses!

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Luke Charters MP @lukecharters.bsky.social · Sep 8

Really enjoyed visiting Westfield Wood with the Woodland Trust on Friday🌳

A huge thank you to everyone involved for your hard work in making this woodland thrive, it’s a brilliant example of how we can build a fantastic green space as a community! 🌱

Luke and the team from the Woodland Trust with the "welcome sign"

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