Amy Callaghan: SNP MP undergoes emergency surgery after suffering brain haemorrhage

The 28-year-old is now in a stable condition in hospital

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An SNP MP has undergone emergency surgery after suffering a brain haemorrhage last week.

Amy Callaghan, the MP for East Dunbartonshire, was found collapsed at home by her partner after suffering a stroke linked to a "previously manageable medical condition".

The 28-year-old is now in a stable condition in hospital and has been able to communicate with her family, according to her office.

A spokesperson said: "On Wednesday, Amy Callaghan was found collapsed at home suffering from a brain haemorrhage.

"She was admitted to hospital for emergency neurosurgery and is now beginning the process of recovery.‬

"Amy and her family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to our NHS staff for their excellent care and support.

"All our thoughts are with Amy and her family at this time. We would ask that people please respect their privacy as she recovers."

First minister Nicola Sturgeon led wellwishers sending messages to Ms Callaghan, saying: "Sending lots of love and strength to Amy Callaghan and her family, and wishing her the speediest possible recovery."

SNP Westminster Leader Ian Blackford MP said: "My thoughts and best wishes are with Amy and her family at this incredibly difficult time.

"I wish Amy a full and speedy recovery from everyone in the SNP, and would ask that people please respect her family's privacy now and in the weeks to come."

Boris Johnson tweeted: "My thoughts are with Amy and her family. I wish her a speedy and full recovery."

Ms Callaghan was elected to parliament in December after winning East Dunbartonshire from the-then Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson.

She has spoken openly in the past about her battle with skin cancer as a teenager, using her maiden speech to praise the NHS for saving her life.