Watford MP Claire Ward has given birth to a baby daughter.
The girl, who weighed 7lb 4oz, was born last week.
Ms Ward and her husband John Simpson have named their new arrival Ruby Hannah.
The couple were said to be "absolutely delighted" with their first daughter, who was born in Katherine ward at Watford General.
The birth was without complications and mother and baby are both in good health.
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