"Ms Hughes, 46, who was recently promoted to the Wales Office, was diagnosed at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, earlier this month after finding a lump. She described the treatment she received at the hospital as "phenomenal". Ms Hughes was referred to a breast clinic for a "small lump" by her GP on the first day of parliamentary recess in September, but "wasn't really worried"."
"In a video on social media, Ms Hughes said she will taking a "little bit of a step back" from work. "I want you to know that I am still here to represent you, to fight for your behalf, and my team are all here to help with you," she said. "I will be doing the absolute best I can to get over this, to get back and doing my role as your MP fighting for our future here in Bangor Aberconwy.""
Claire Hughes, Labour MP for Bangor Aberconwy, has been diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery. The diagnosis followed finding a lump and same-day mammogram, ultrasound and biopsy at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, with results the following week. Treatment will include courses of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Hughes described the hospital care as "phenomenal" and praised the team's care. She plans to take a little step back from work while continuing to represent constituents with support from her team. Hughes was elected in 2024, was born in Bangor, raised in Penmaenmawr, and received two promotions in the September reshuffle.
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