Boris Johnson has the coronavirus
Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus.
The British Prime Minister is currently self-isolating.
The PM released a video and statement on Twitter which reads: '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.'
He went on to encourage people to stay at home.
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
Meanwhile in Ireland, 10 more people have died from the virus bringing our total figure to 19.
More on that here.
