Boris Johnson and Matt Hancock faced accusations they had failed to follow their own advice on social distancing after both tested positive for coronavirus. The Prime Minister and Health Secretary were pictured at close quarters in the Commons in recent days – well within the advised 6ft limit. Just hours after they confirmed they had … Read more
From the plumped up pillows of his king-size bed, through the tall windows above the famous rose garden, he can look down on the vast emptiness of Horse Guards Parade. Closer to home he can see the couriers bringing government papers, the delivery men with their supplies and the to-ing and fro-ing of visitors. But … Read more
The home of Welsh rugby union is to be turned into the fourth emergency hospital to deal with an onslaught of coronavirus cases. The Principality Stadium has been offered to NHS Wales as a makeshift field hospital to provide 2,000 extra beds should hospitals in the Cardiff area become overwhelmed. It comes as the UK’s coronavirus death … Read more
Donald Trump wishes Boris Johnson a ‘speedy recovery’ and world leaders send messages of support as Prime Minister is struck down with coronavirus Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed he has tested positive for covid-19 Johnson took to social media on Friday to deliver the news to the nation Immediately get well messages began to … Read more
What is the coronavirus? A coronavirus is a type of virus which can cause illness in animals and people. Viruses break into cells inside their host and use them to reproduce itself and disrupt the body’s normal functions. Coronaviruses are named after the Latin word ‘corona’, which means crown, because they are encased by a … Read more
Internet users share hilarious memes as Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus after declaring ‘I shook hands with everyone’ on hospital visit By Darren Boyle for MailOnline Published: 15:29 GMT, 27 March 2020 | Updated: 15:56 GMT, 27 March 2020 Twitter has reacted to the announcement that Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for … Read more
Coronavirus arrived at the heart of power today as Boris Johnson and Health Secretary Matt Hancock dramatically announced they are suffering from the disease. The bombshell news threatens to send the government’s response into chaos, with speculation rampant over who else might be infected at the highest echelons of the state. The politicians are believed to have … Read more
Dominic Cummings was spotted running out of Downing Street this morning – shortly after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced he had tested positive for coronavirus. The No 10 senior adviser looked to be in a hurry as he dashed out of the front door down towards the residence’s back gate. Viewers joked that Mr Cummings … Read more
Where did Boris Johnson catch coronavirus… and who did he infect? How PM came into close contact with politicians and health chiefs over past 10 days before testing positive By Mark Duell for MailOnline Published: 12:56 GMT, 27 March 2020 | Updated: 13:09 GMT, 27 March 2020 Boris Johnson has been in close contact with … Read more
Queen ‘remains in good health’ and last saw Boris Johnson 16 days ago, royal aides say as Prime Minister tests positive for coronavirus Queen is said to be ‘following all appropriate advice with regards to her welfare’ She last saw the Prime Minister in person on March 11, Buckingham Palace says They have had meetings … Read more