Maguire won't seek re-election due to health issues

Larry Maguire, the long-serving MP for Brandon-Souris, has announced he will not run in the upcoming federal election. He cited health issues as the reason for his decision. Maguire, who is 75, has represented the area for over a decade. He was first elected in a 2013 byelection as a member of the Conservative Party. Before his federal career, he was a provincial politician for several years. In his statement, Maguire expressed that serving in public office has been a significant part of his life. He acknowledged that his health condition could impact his ability to serve his constituents effectively if he chose to run again.