A Conservative MP's extraordinary journey of losing and regaining his hands and feet after battling sepsis
Conservative MP Craig Mackinlay from South Thanet made headlines as he courageously revealed the amputation of both his hands and feet due to sepsis. Despite the challenges, he is set to return to Parliament, earning the title of the first 'bionic MP' in the British Parliament. The emotional moment saw MPs welcoming him back with a standing ovation and heartfelt tributes from leaders like Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.
Craig Mackinlay recounted the harrowing experience of waking up to the discovery of losing his limbs to sepsis, emphasizing the importance of NHS procedures and the remarkable resilience that helped him overcome the ordeal. During his return to the Commons for the first time since the life-changing amputations, Mackinlay expressed gratitude to NHS staff and received overwhelming support from fellow MPs.
The South Thanet MP's comeback marks a significant moment of triumph after facing a mere 5% chance of survival following the sepsis battle. As he heads back to his parliamentary duties, Mackinlay's resilience and determination serve as an inspiration to many, highlighting the impact of sepsis and the importance of early detection and treatment.
In a touching gesture, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to Mackinlay's strength and the healthcare providers who saved his life. The return of the 'bionic MP' to the Commons signifies a powerful message of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Conservative MP Craig Mackinlay has revealed he has had both his hands and feet amputated after contracting sepsis last year. The MP for South Thanet is due to ...
A Conservative MP has opened up about losing his arms and legs to sepsis. Craig Mackinlay is due to return to parliament for the first time after suffering ...
Recently Conservative MP Craig Mackinlay became the first 'bionic MP' of the British Parliament when he had both his hands and feet amputated last year due ...
The Tory MP for Thanet South, 57, last night admitted he was 'lucky to be alive' after the horrific illness left him requiring four prosthetic limbs.
A Kent MP whose arms and legs had to be amputated in a battle with sepsis will return to the House of Commons today, amid an outpouring of support.
The Tory MP, who had his arms and legs amputated, will attend Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday.
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Prime minister Rishi Sunak paid tribute, saying he was in “awe” at his remarkable resilience and indicated NHS procedures would change as a result . Labour ...
Craig Mackinlay was due to attend Prime Minister Questions for the first time since he was struck down by the deadly illness last year.
MPs gave Mr Mackinlay a standing ovation as he entered the chamber, and Sir Keir Starmer, the Labour leader, shook his hand. It is his first visit since he ...
The South Thanet MP wants to be known as the first 'bionic MP' after being fitted with prosthetic limbs. | ITV News Meridian.
On September 28, the South Thanet MP was rushed into hospital and put into a 16-day induced coma.
The South Thanet MP was given a 5% chance of surviving after he was rushed to hospital with sepsis eight months ago, then had his amputations six months ...
To cheers from MPs, Craig Mackinlay praises the prime minister for helping him recover from sepsis.
Sunak and Starmer pay tribute to South Thanet MP as he returns to chamber after sepsis ordeal.
On September 28, the South Thanet MP was rushed into hospital and put into a 16-day induced coma.
The Conservative MP for South Thanet was given a standing ovation in the House of Commons as he returned to parliament after recovering from sepsis, ...
Clapping is usually banned in the Commons chamber, but Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle said he was happy to allow it, calling the South Thanet MP an inspiration.
And he hopes to bring a new title with him, as the country's "Bionic MP." Craig Mackinlay, a conservative member of U.K. Parliament serving South Thanet, told ...
Craig Mackinlay returns to Parliament for the first time since losing his hands and feet to sepsis.
A British lawmaker has returned to work six months after sepsis forced the amputation of his hands and feet.
After Christmas Mr Mackinlay was moved to a surgical ward that specialises in limb loss and by the end of January artificial legs had been cast. Craig with ...
Craig Mackinlay, a 57-year-old MP, nearly died from sepsis and had to have his arms and feet surgically removed.
As Conservative legislator Craig Mackinlay walked unaided into the House of Commons before the weekly Prime Minister's Questions session, government and ...
When we first met in St Thomas's Hospital in the middle of January, Craig looked in a bad way.