UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Matt Hancock, the UK’s Secretary of State for Health and Social Care have tested positive for coronavirus.
The PM on Twitter said: “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”.
“After experiencing mild symptoms yesterday, the Prime Minister was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty,” a Downing Street spokesperson said.
“The test was carried out in No 10 by NHS staff and the result of the test was positive. In keeping with the guidance, the Prime Minister is self-isolating in Downing Street,” the spokesperson added.
Also, Matt Hancock confirmed his status in a video posted to Twitter on Friday.
“Following medical advice, I was advised to test for #Coronavirus,” Hancock said in a statement published to Twitter.
“I’ve tested positive. Thankfully my symptoms are mild and I’m working from home & self-isolating,” he added.
