UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive to the deadly novel coronavirus.
The PM took to his twitter handle to disclose this about one hour ago.
He wrote, ” 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, ” he added.
Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.
— Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) March 27, 2020
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
He also advised that people obey every directives needed to fight the virus while thanking every body working to keep the country going through the epidemic.
He went on to thank the NHS too and everybody working from home to put a stop to the virus.
There are more than 11,600 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, and 578 death recorded.