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LABOUR MP Hugh Gaffney received a hero’s welcome on his return to the CWU conference this weekend.

 

Speaking at the close of conference on Sunday evening, Mr Gaffney thanked delegates for their support in his campaign to become MP for Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill in the 2017 election.

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