World

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

Peter Summers/Getty Images(LONDON) — The prime minister of the U.K., Boris Johnson, has tested positive for coronavirus after developing mild symptoms.

In a video posted on his official Twitter page, the prime minister said that he was tested for the illness after suffering a high temperature and a persistent cough, and will now be self-isolating for 14 days.

He will continue to lead the government via video-conference call.

“After experiencing mild symptoms yesterday, the Prime Minister was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty,” a Downing Street spokesperson said. “The test was carried out in No 10 by [National Health Service] staff and the result of the test was positive. In keeping with the guidance, the Prime Minister is self-isolating in Downing Street.”

“He is continuing to lead the government’s response to coronavirus,” the spokesperson added.

Copyright © 2020, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

Related posts

Congo displacement reaches ‘devastating level’ as violence escalates, aid groups warn

ABC News

AI could eliminate nearly 8 million jobs in UK, study shows

ABC News

More than one billion meals wasted per day in 2022, according to new UN report

ABC News