British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus. Johnson, who is said to have mild symptoms of the virus, will be isolating himself in Downing Street.
According to the BBC, Boris Johnson has mild symptoms and will self-isolate in Downing Street.
“He was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England’s chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty,” a statement said. He will still be in charge of the government’s handling of the crisis, the statement added.
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The Prime Minister confirmed the news on twitter, his words ;
Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.
Together we will beat this.
Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.
I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.
Together we will beat this. #StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/9Te6aFP0Ri
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) March 27, 2020
Meanwhile, Prince Charles has tested positive for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Clarence House confirmed in a statement on Wednesday that the 71-year-old royal had been diagnosed with the disease.
The heir to the throne is now self-isolating in Scotland with the Duchess of Cornwall – who has tested negative for the coronavirus.
“The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles has tested positive for coronavirus,” the statement said.
“He has been displaying mild symptoms but otherwise remains in good health and has been working from home throughout the last few days as usual.
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“The Duchess of Cornwall has also been tested but does not have the virus. In accordance with government and medical advice, the Prince and the Duchess are now self-isolating at home in Scotland.
“The tests were carried out by the NHS in Aberdeenshire where they met the criteria required for testing.
“It is not possible to ascertain from whom the Prince caught the virus owing to the high number of engagements he carried out in his public role during recent weeks.”
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