Richard Lochhead was appointed Minister for Small Business, Innovation, Tourism and Trade in March 2023
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Scotland’s business minister is recovering in intensive care after undergoing ‘major surgery’, according to a statement from his office.
Moray MSP Richard Lochhead, 54, was initially treated at Dr Gray’s Hospital in his constituency, Elgin, last week after “a few days of feeling ill”.
He was then transferred to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary at the weekend for the operation.
The nature of Mr Lochhead’s illness remains unclear.
The statement, released on Thursday said, “over the weekend Richard was transferred to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary where he had major surgery and is now recovering in ICU”.
“Despite some initial complications, he is in a stable condition and is making good progress.
“It is hard to find the words to express our deep gratitude to the NHS staff involved in Richard’s care. He and his family have been blown away by the compassion, dedication and skill of clinicians both in Elgin and Aberdeen.
“We will never be able to thank them enough for all they’ve done – and continue to do – for him.”
The family have been “touched” by messages they have received, the statement added.
Our love, thoughts, encouragement and support are with Richard, Fiona and their family. https://t.co/5fJqL27feC
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StandfirstMoray MSP Richard Lochhead has been transferred to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary after being treated for illness in Elgin.
Scotland’s business minister is recovering in intensive care after undergoing ‘major surgery’, according to a statement from his office.
Moray MSP Richard Lochhead, 54, was initially treated at Dr Gray’s Hospital in his constituency, Elgin, last week after “a few days of feeling ill”.
He was then transferred to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary at the weekend for the operation.
The nature of Mr Lochhead’s illness remains unclear.
The statement, released on Thursday said, “over the weekend Richard was transferred to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary where he had major surgery and is now recovering in ICU”.
“Despite some initial complications, he is in a stable condition and is making good progress.
“It is hard to find the words to express our deep gratitude to the NHS staff involved in Richard’s care. He and his family have been blown away by the compassion, dedication and skill of clinicians both in Elgin and Aberdeen.
“We will never be able to thank them enough for all they’ve done – and continue to do – for him.”
The family have been “touched” by messages they have received, the statement added.
Our love, thoughts, encouragement and support are with Richard, Fiona and their family. https://t.co/5fJqL27feC
