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Local MEP recounts recent health scare

Jan 21, 2026 17:09
By Shannonside News
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Local MEP recounts recent health scare

A Midlands North West MEP has detailed a recent medical procedure which saw him miss a vote on the EU-Mercusor deal.

Luke 'Ming' Flanagan previously spoke out in opposition to the deal.

However, he was unable to attend today's vote in Strasbourg due to a cyst on his jaw.

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The Independent representative says he heeded medical advice:

MEP Flanagan was also asked whether or not there was a timeline for his return:

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