Gerry Adams’ wife has cancer surgery
Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams has revealed that his wife is battling cancer.
He was speaking at a party meeting at which he was selected to stand as Sinn Fein’s candidate in the upcoming Westminster election.
Mr Adams said his wife Colette had undergone surgery last week and he thanked medical staff for their good work.
“A month ago Colette and I were told that she had cancer. That was a huge shock.”
“Last Thursday she had surgery. It went well. And she is in good spirits.”
“I want to take this opportunity to thank the medical and health staff and our own doctor for their good work.”
“I also want to thank Colette’s friends and those of you who knew and who have been very supportive.”
There were no other candidates selected at the selection convection in west Belfast on Tuesday night.
Mr Adams also claimed “some elements of the media” have used the difficulties faced by his family to attack him and the party.
