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- James Brockenshire, a Conservative MP and former Secretary of State, diagnosed with lung cancer more than three years ago, has died at the age from 53.
Lawmakers from Old Bexley and Sidcup, former Secretary of Northern Ireland, reported a recurrence of a tumor in his right lung earlier this year. His family called him a “loving father of three, faithful husband,” and “faithful friend.” Mr. Brokenshire was in hospital when his condition worsened on Sunday.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson wrote on Twitter that his colleague, who has not smoked all his life, was a “hero” in his “fight against cancer. He added: “So sad to hear the news about James Brockenshire. James is the kindest, friendliest, and most down-to-earth politician, but also very effective. Johnson’s predecessor, Theresa May, tweeted: “So sad to see James Brockenshire pass away. He was an excellent civil servant, a gifted minister, and a loyal friend.”
After being diagnosed, he resigned from the cabinet in 2018 but later returned to the government.
Inscription picture, James Brockenshire (right) serving under Theresa May, as well as David Cameron and Boris Johnson. Olden Bexley and Sidcup Conservative Association President Evelyn Morrison, who has worked with Mr. Brokenshire for 12 years, said: “I am very disappointed. Excellent MP, amazing. Lots of integrity. He works very closely with us.
In a statement, Mr. Brokenshire’s family expressed “deep sorrow,” adding: “James passed away peacefully last night at a hospital in Darrent Valley [Kent] with family members at his bedside.” “James was not only a brilliant government secretary… but also a dedicated MP.
“Most main, he was a loving father to his three children, Cathy a faithful husband, and a loyal friend to many. The family also thank NHS staff, including at Guy’s & St. Thomas Hospital in London, for caring for Mr. Brokenshire “with warmth, care, and professionalism over three and a half years.”
Once diagnosed, Mr. Brokenshire Tory MP And James Brockenshire, a former attorney, is committed to raising awareness about lung cancer. And encouraging people who have shown symptoms to get screened. Conservative MP Karen Bradley told the News Channel that news of her “underrated” colleague’s death was “heartbreaking,” adding. I can’t believe I’m not going to sit down with James again and laugh at life and it’s a topic that can be discussed. Interest both of us.
“My thoughts are with Cathy and the family, who are the most amazing family.
I am devastated.” Labor leader Sir Keir Starmer tweeted: “James Brockenshire is a very kind person. dedicated and influential in all the direction he gives. “He fought his illness with dignity also courage. I am deeply saddened to hear of his death, and I extend my condolences to his wife and children.” Mr. Brokenshire was Home Secretary from February last year until this July when he stepped down again.
He previously served like Minister of Housing from April 2018 to July 2019. When Johnson fired him after becoming Prime Minister. Mr. Brokenshire was Minister of Northern Ireland under Mrs. May from July 2016 to January 2018. His death would result in by-elections in his place at Old Bexley and Sidcup, where he had a majority of 18,952.