UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests 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.”

27 March 2020 · 12:47 UTC

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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 #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) March 27, 2020