MP Paul Goggins 'seriously ill' after suffering stroke

A statement on behalf of Paul Goggins' family said he was "receiving the best care"

A Greater Manchester MP is "seriously ill" in hospital after suffering a stroke while out running.

Paul Goggins, Labour MP for Wythenshawe and Sale East, was out with his son near his home when he was taken ill.

He was taken by ambulance to Salford Royal Hospital, where he is currently being treated.

A statement on behalf of his family said Mr Goggins was "receiving the best care" and asked for prayers and privacy.

Labour leader Ed Miliband called the MP "one of the most decent, kind and assiduous Members of Parliament".

He said: "The news of his stroke is a huge shock for people across the Labour Party and for his friends throughout Parliament.

"All of my good wishes and the thoughts of our whole party are with him and his family."

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