John Prescott is in hopsital after suffering a stroke (Image: EXPRESS) The statement read: "John was taken to hospital last Friday after suffering a stroke. We would like to praise the swift actions of the ambulance staff and the doctors and nurses at Hull Royal Infirmary's A&E and stroke unit. They have been remarkable and we can't thank them enough. "He is receiving excellent care from the NHS but we would respectfully request at this time that John and his family are given the privacy we need so that he can have the time and space to make a full recovery." Related articles End of Corbyn? Angry Lord Prescott REFUSES to answer JHB probe Labour MUST find 'backbone' to back Brexit People's Vote Reacting to the news, Anna Turley, MP for Redcar, said: "Sad to hear this - wishing John well." MORE TO FOLLOW This is a breaking story.. please refresh for updates All rights reserved for this news site express.co.uk and under his responsibility