BREAKING: Boris Johnson Has Tested Positive For Coronavirus

Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, it has been confirmed today.

The Prime Minsister is currently displaying mild symptoms and took to his Twitter account to confirm the news this morning.

Posting on social media, Boris, 55, 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."

Boris confirmed he has a fever and a new, continuous cough and is working from home as well as self isolating.

He was tested after taking advice from the chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty. He explained he is continuing to communicate with his team and lead the fight against COVID-19.

PA)

In the video, Boris added: "On the advice of the chief medical officer I've taken a test, that has come out positive, so I'm working from home, I'm self-isolating which is entirely the right thing to do.

"But, be in no doubt that I can continue thanks to the wizardry of modern technology to communicate with all my top team to lead the national fight back against coronavirus.

"I want to thank everyone who is involved, of course above all our NHS staff, it was very moving last night to join in that national clap for the NHS.

"But it's not just the NHS, it's our police, social care workers, teachers, everyone who works in schools [...] an amazing national effort by the public services but also by every member of the British public, an incredible response."

PA)

It's not clear how or where Boris contracted COVID-19, but the prime minister was present at Prime Minister's Questions just two days ago, on Wednesday - although members were sat spaced apart.

He also joined the nation in standing outside to clap for the NHS yesterday evening. The prime minister could be seen outside Number 10, joining Chancellor Rishi Sunak - although the pair were stood at a distance from one another.

We're wishing the PM a speedy recovery.

Topics: News, Coronavirus, Boris Johnson

Lucy Devine

Lucy is a journalist working for Tyla. After graduating with a master's degree in journalism, she has worked in both print and online and is particularly interested in fashion, food, health and women's issues. Northerner, coffee addict, says hun a lot. Get in touch at [email protected].

@lucedevine