British PM Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus.

He is now self-isolating but not stepping back from his duties.

Mr Johnson said he developed mild symptoms over the past 24 hours, including a temperature and cough.

It is not known whether Mr Johnson will still be living with his fiancee Carrie Symonds, who is several months pregnant.

Pregnant women are advised to be particularly stringent when following social distancing advice, and minimise social contact for up to 12 weeks.


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