The Welsh Government announced devastating news today: the death of the wife of Wales’First Minister. Mrs. Clare Drakeford’s death was confirmed in a brief statement by the Welsh Government spokesperson, and we have every information surrounding her sudden passing and more.
Keep reading for the details.
The Brief Statement
The Welsh Government revealed that the wife of First Minister Mark Drakeford died suddenly today in a short statement released by the Welsh Government spokesperson.
Mark Drakeford
Drakeford assumed the post of the First Minister of Wales in 2018 and was then reappointed to the post in May 2021.
Protecting His Family From Corona
Drakeford moved to a building in his home to protect his wife and mother-in-law from contracting the deadly coronavirus during the pandemic. He described them back in February 2021 as a priority, especially for vaccination due to their conditions.
Married Since 1977
Drakeford and his wife had been married since 1977 and shared three children before she passed on suddenly at 66. They lived together in the Pontcanna area of Cardiff for 30 years.
Describing The Vaccine As A Relief
He expressed his gratitude for his family’s access to the vaccine while also commending his wife and mother-in-law for keeping themselves safe despite their vulnerability.
Tributes From Every Corner
Office holders and popular figures in the country are feeling a deep sense of loss and have been sending their best wishes to Drakeford and the rest of the family over the death of their matriarch.
Prime Minister Sunak
Rishi Sunak has expressed his sincere condolence in a Twitter post.
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Labour Leader Expresses Shock
Sir Keir Starmer was shaken and saddened by the news of the death and he penned down a touching message.
“On behalf of the whole Labour Party, I send our deepest condolences to Mark and all the family,’ he said in a statement. I know just how close they were as a couple, and I can only imagine the sense of loss Mark and the whole family are feeling. They are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
Prince William And Kate Middleton
The Prince and Princess of Wales also sent their thoughts and prayers to the family and Drakeford himself over the irreplaceable loss.
First Minister Of Scotland
Nicola Sturgeon described the bond between Clare and Mark in her own tribute as she sent Mark love and strength at this “terribly sad time.”
David TC Davies
The Secretary of State for Wales David TC Davies also sent his thoughts and prayers to the family during this incredibly difficult time.
Elin Jones
The presiding officer of Senedd expressed deep sadness at the news as she and the team sent Mark their “deepest condolences, love and support.”
Andrew RT Davies
The leader of the Welsh Conservatives sent his thoughts and prayers to the family as he described the late Clare as a “lovely lady” who was “very warm and kind.”
Gordon Brown
Former Labour prime minister Gordon Brown was “sorry to hear of the sudden death of Clare Drakeford.” He assures the family of his thoughts while admitting that Clare will be greatly missed.