First Minister leads tributes to 'champion of women's health'

FIRST Minister Eluned Morgan led cross-party tributes in the Senedd to a passionate campaigner who fought to improve services for fellow cancer patients.

- CHRIS HAINES ICNN Senedd reporter [e-mail]

Ms Morgan paid tribute to Claire O’Shea, who, as we reported yesterday, died aged 42 from gynaecological cancer on Monday, surrounded by her loved ones.

Claire’s campaign seeks to change health services in Wales for women living with cancer who are too often “dismissed, downplayed, unheard and misdiagnosed”.

Ms Morgan told the Senedd: “Claire was a passionate campaigner and a valued member of the Labour family, contributing significantly to public service and global solidarity through her incredible work through Hub Cymru Africa. She bravely used her personal journey - not to blame but to push for change.

“She raised awareness of critical issues in healthcare and gave a voice to those who have been overlooked, and her legacy is one of compassion, solidarity and a belief in the power of advocacy to drive meaningful change.

“We remain committed to acting on the lessons she left behind.”