Rochdale MP Tony Lloyd steps down from frontbench after spell in ICU with coronavirus that left him 'gasping for air'
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukRochdale MP Tony Lloyd has stepped down from the front bench after a spell in intensive care with coronavirus. The veteran Labour MP, 70, will now focus on his recovery, the party has announced.
He was discharged from intensive care at Manchester Royal Infirmary last week. Mr Lloyd served as shadow Northern Ireland secretary for two years.
But he will now be replaced by shadow policing minister Louise Haigh, who has been covering the role in his absence. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer thanked Mr Lloyd and wished him the best. “I want to thank Tony for his service during his time in the shadow cabinet and on the front bench," he said. “The whole of the Labour Party wishes him and his family the very best as he continues with his recovery.” M
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