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PM Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus - BBC News
- Published_at:2020-03-27
- Category:News & Politics
- Channel:BBC News
- tags: bbc bbc news news boris johnson boris boris johnson news breaking news covid-19 coronavirus news corona uk news uk breaking news
- description: Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. Mr 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. The test was carried out at Number 10 by NHS staff. In a tweet, Mr Johnson 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. Please subscribe HERE http://bit.ly/1rbfUog
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