Why I'm against mandatory digital ID cards 30th September 2025 Since my appearance on Question Time last week, which shortly followed news that the Government had plans to introduce mandatory digital ID cards, I’ve been... Articles
My response to the Government's plans for digital ID cards 29th September 2025 On last week's Question Time panel I was asked ‘Will ID cards stop the small boats?’ Here’s my answer. Articles
UK inflation will be highest of any major economy 23rd September 2025 Today, we learn that the UK is facing the highest level of inflation of any major economy this year. This follows last week’s news that food prices have been... Articles
My thoughts on the Labour Government's welfare reform Bill 2nd July 2025 You may have seen the news overnight about the Government’s welfare reform Bill and the debate which was – for lack of a better word – chaos on the floor of the... Articles
Why I started the Body Image Pledge 14th April 2025 "You're aspiring for something you could never, ever achieve." Good to talk about why I started the Body Image Pledge - a voluntary commitment companies can... Articles
The Chancellor has left herself one option: cut spending 25th March 2025 Tomorrow the Chancellor will give the Spring Statement - which could well double as an emergency Budget - following publication of the OBR’s (Office for Budget... Articles
Dr Luke discussed NHS England, Ukraine, welfare and potholes on Question Time 13th March 2025 I joined the BBC Question Time panel tonight in Wolverhampton to discuss everything from a ceasefire for Ukraine and news surrounding NHS England to potholes... Articles
Dr Luke discusses impact of the Budget with National Pharmacy Association 4th March 2025 Pharmacies are under a lot of pressure given the changes in the Budget. Negotiations are underway with the Government, but there is a vital, independent report... Articles
Dr Luke's comments on soaring borrowing costs 9th January 2025 Last night - in an effort to calm the markets - the Treasury issued a rare statement , but today the pound has continued to fall (slipping by 0.9% to $1.226... Articles