British Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests positive for Covid-19

THE British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has tested positive for Covid-19.

Johnson is self-isolating at 10 Downing Street after testing positive in the last day.

The 55-year-old experienced mild symptoms and was tested on the advice of England’s Chief Medical Officer, Chris Whitty.

“Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus,” Johnson said.

“I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.”

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