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Fraser steps back from official duties following daughter’s death

Central Nova MP Sean Fraser will be taking time away following the death of his newborn daughter.

In a statement released Wednesday, Fraser said his newborn daughter, Ruth Caroline Burton Fraser, has died.

He said he will be taking time away from his parliamentary duties and constituency office to be with his family.

He said he will not be able to attend meetings or community events and does not expect to take his seat in the House of Commons until the session resumes in the new year.

  • Kelly MacMillan lives in Port Hawkesbury with her husband and son. She has been part of the team at 101.5 The Hawk for more than 25 years, sharing stories from around the region. You can join her weekdays from 10am until 2pm.

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