A spokesperson for Paddy Tipping MP said: "We can confirm that Paddy Tipping, Labour MP for Sherwood, has been taken into hospital after suffering a mild heart attack.

It is likely that Paddy will remain in hospital for about a week. He will then need time off to ensure he recovers fully before returning to his role of representing the people of Sherwood.

Meanwhile Paddy’s Office will be open for business as usual. Constituents who need help should continue to contact the office as normal.

Paddy said over the weekend “I am receiving excellent care from all the staff at QMC Hospital and I cannot praise them too highly”.

Our thoughts are with Paddy and his family at this time and we wish him a very speedy recovery.