British PM Boris Johnson tests positive for COVID-19

British PM Boris Johnson has tested positive for COVID-19. Over the last 24 hours he had reportedly developed mild symptoms. Johnson is now self-isolating, but will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference. He was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty.

British PM Boris Johnson tests positive for COVID-19

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