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Open Beer MaoTai Vodka etc! MAGA-too Boris Johnson Tiok COVID-19 Positive Already! Lower Half Flag!
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UK coronavirus live: Boris Johnson and health secretary Matt Hancock test positive for Covid-19
All the day’s developments from the UK Covid-19 crisis, as Scotland death toll rises to 33
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Boris Johnson 'self isolating' after testing positive for coronavirus – video
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Fri 27 Mar 2020 13.28 GMT First published on Fri 27 Mar 2020 09.49 GMT
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2m ago 13:28
Libby Brooks
A few more points from the Scottish government’s daily briefing:
Nicola Sturgeon confirmed that her government is developing a national portal where people can register to volunteer, and specify their particular skills. She said that there were plenty of opportunities for members of the public to help, for example taking supplies to vulnerable people, but that she wanted people to be able to volunteer safely.
She also announced that, as of Monday, the briefings would take place via video conferencing, rather than face to face, just as the UK government has switched too.
Pressed on the guidance for exercise, particularly after Derbyshire police used drone footage to publicly shame walkers in the Peak District, CMO Catherine Calderwood offered a very slightly more relaxed message.
Calderwood has emphasised the importance of exercise for both physical and mental wellbeing from the start of the crisis, and today said that family groups could travel together in cars for short distances to exercise, but again reiterated the guidance to stay as close to home as possible.
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In these extraordinary times, the Guardian’s editorial independence has never been more important. Because no one sets our agenda, or edits our editor, we can keep delivering quality, trustworthy, fact-checked journalism each and every day. Free from commercial or political bias, we can report fearlessly on world events and challenge those in power.
Your support protects the Guardian’s independence. We believe every one of us deserves equal access to accurate news and calm explanation. No matter how unpredictable the future feels, we will remain with you, delivering high quality news so we can all make critical decisions about our lives, health and security – based on fact, not fiction.
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3m ago 13:27
Rebecca Smithers
The Royal Mint is to start manufacturing medical visors for the NHS after developing a successful prototype to help protect frontline care workers in just 48 hours.The first batch of visors are already in use at The Royal Glamorgan Hospital in South Wales.
Usually known for making coins, bullion and gifts, the Royal Mint has a state of the art manufacturing facility in Llantrisant, South Wales. Engineers were keen to support NHS workers, and began searching for medical equipment which could be easily produced on site.
The team found a rudimentary design for a medical visor online, and began developing high specification prototypes – turning the concept into an approved design in just 48 hours.
The visors will initially be made available to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Wales, but The Royal Mint says it can produce thousands per day subject to securing enough raw components. It is now appealing for manufacturers across the UK to help source 1.0mm PET clear plastic which is currently in low supply ([email protected]
https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-boris-johnson-tests-positive-for-covid-19-11964493
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson self-isolates after testing positive for COVID-19
Aubrey Allegretti
Political reporter @breeallegretti
Friday 27 March 2020 13:20, UK
PM: 'I can continue' with COVID-19
Why you can trust Sky News
Boris Johnson is self-isolating for seven days having tested positive for coronavirus.
The prime minister, 55, tweeted a video message confirming he has COVID-19, writing: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.
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"I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus."
Image: The PM visited a lab to see a model of the virus in early March
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has also caught the virus and is self-isolating at home.
Downing Street said Mr Johnson was tested on the advice of his chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty on Thursday afternoon, having been experiencing "mild symptoms" earlier the same day.
Image: Matt Hancock was sat next to Boris Johnson on Wednesday
The test was carried out in Number 10 by NHS staff and the positive result was confirmed at around midnight, they added.
"He is continuing to lead the government's response to coronavirus," a spokesperson confirmed.
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Number 10 also said meals will be left outside Mr Johnson's door while he self-isolates.
And they added because the building is considered a workplace, staff do not need to self-isolate unless they have symptoms - such as a new persistent cough or raised temperature.
Image: Mr Johnson was tested on the advice of his chief medical officer Chris Whitty (left)
Mr Johnson, whose partner Carrie Symonds is pregnant, was last seen outside Number 10 on Thursday night, joining Chancellor Rishi Sunak as part of a nationwide applause for NHS workers as they battle the pandemic.
A Treasury source said Mr Sunak is not self-isolating because he doesn't have any symptoms, but other people in the prime minister's office are.
Mr Johnson also appeared at PMQs as normal on Wednesday, sitting in a gap between his Home Secretary Priti Patel and Chief Whip Mark Spencer.
PM's chief adviser seen running from No 10
And all of this week he has been chairing the daily "war cabinet" on Britain's COVID-19 emergency response, involving some face-to-face meetings with those at the heart of managing the health, economic and communication response to the crisis.
But Mr Johnson has appeared over videolink for two important calls - with cabinet ministers and other leaders of the G20 countries.
Image: The cabinet met over conference call. Pic: Andrew Parsons / No 10
He also did not travel to Buckingham Palace for his weekly private meeting with the Queen on Wednesday - instead calling her on the phone. The pair last met on 11 March.
Mr Johnson's senior adviser Dominic Cummings was seen running out of Downing Street after the news broke.
Image: The Queen held her weekly phone call with Mr Johnson on the phone
Mr Hancock confirmed in a video message on Twitter on Friday he had COVID-19 after showing "very mild" symptoms and is now self-isolating while working from home.
It is "vital we follow the advice to protect our NHS and save lives", he warned.
Image: Mr Johnson's partner Carrie Symonds is pregnant
Back on 3 March, the prime minister revealed in a news conference he shook hands with COVID-19 patients.
"I was at a hospital the other night where there were actually a few coronavirus patients and I shook hands with everybody, you'll be pleased to know," he said.
'I shook hands with everybody' at coronavirus hospital
Sam Coates, Sky News' deputy political editor, said: "This is an enormous challenge for the centre of government today.
"There will be a lot of concern that a large number of people in No 10 might have been exposed and might not have to be tested."
Mr Johnson's spokesman said a few days ago that Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab would stand in if he becomes incapacitated.
But they confirmed on Friday Mr Raab is not taking over any functions from the prime minister yet.
Image: Dominic Raab will take over if the PM is incapacitated
Jeremy Corbyn wished Mr Johnson a "speedy recovery", tweeting: "I hope his family are safe and healthy.
"Coronavirus can and does affect anyone. Everyone be safe. Our own health depends on everybody else."
Can I still walk the dog? UK lockdown questions answered
Fears grew about how far COVID-19 spread at the heart of government after health minister Nadine Dorries tested positive for the virus earlier in March.
She has since recovered and was clapped by MPs when she returned to the Commons on Wednesday to hear the health secretary make a statement.
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Boris Johnson 'self isolating' after testing positive for coronavirus – video
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2m ago 13:28
Libby Brooks
A few more points from the Scottish government’s daily briefing:
Nicola Sturgeon confirmed that her government is developing a national portal where people can register to volunteer, and specify their particular skills. She said that there were plenty of opportunities for members of the public to help, for example taking supplies to vulnerable people, but that she wanted people to be able to volunteer safely.
She also announced that, as of Monday, the briefings would take place via video conferencing, rather than face to face, just as the UK government has switched too.
Pressed on the guidance for exercise, particularly after Derbyshire police used drone footage to publicly shame walkers in the Peak District, CMO Catherine Calderwood offered a very slightly more relaxed message.
Calderwood has emphasised the importance of exercise for both physical and mental wellbeing from the start of the crisis, and today said that family groups could travel together in cars for short distances to exercise, but again reiterated the guidance to stay as close to home as possible.
2m ago 13:28
In these extraordinary times, the Guardian’s editorial independence has never been more important. Because no one sets our agenda, or edits our editor, we can keep delivering quality, trustworthy, fact-checked journalism each and every day. Free from commercial or political bias, we can report fearlessly on world events and challenge those in power.
Your support protects the Guardian’s independence. We believe every one of us deserves equal access to accurate news and calm explanation. No matter how unpredictable the future feels, we will remain with you, delivering high quality news so we can all make critical decisions about our lives, health and security – based on fact, not fiction.
Support the Guardian from as little as $1 – and it only takes a minute. Thank you. Make a contribution - The Guardian
3m ago 13:27
Rebecca Smithers
The Royal Mint is to start manufacturing medical visors for the NHS after developing a successful prototype to help protect frontline care workers in just 48 hours.The first batch of visors are already in use at The Royal Glamorgan Hospital in South Wales.
Usually known for making coins, bullion and gifts, the Royal Mint has a state of the art manufacturing facility in Llantrisant, South Wales. Engineers were keen to support NHS workers, and began searching for medical equipment which could be easily produced on site.
The team found a rudimentary design for a medical visor online, and began developing high specification prototypes – turning the concept into an approved design in just 48 hours.
The visors will initially be made available to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Wales, but The Royal Mint says it can produce thousands per day subject to securing enough raw components. It is now appealing for manufacturers across the UK to help source 1.0mm PET clear plastic which is currently in low supply ([email protected]
https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-boris-johnson-tests-positive-for-covid-19-11964493
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson self-isolates after testing positive for COVID-19
Aubrey Allegretti
Political reporter @breeallegretti
Friday 27 March 2020 13:20, UK
PM: 'I can continue' with COVID-19
Why you can trust Sky News
Boris Johnson is self-isolating for seven days having tested positive for coronavirus.
The prime minister, 55, tweeted a video message confirming he has COVID-19, writing: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.
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"I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus."
Image: The PM visited a lab to see a model of the virus in early March
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has also caught the virus and is self-isolating at home.
Downing Street said Mr Johnson was tested on the advice of his chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty on Thursday afternoon, having been experiencing "mild symptoms" earlier the same day.
Image: Matt Hancock was sat next to Boris Johnson on Wednesday
The test was carried out in Number 10 by NHS staff and the positive result was confirmed at around midnight, they added.
"He is continuing to lead the government's response to coronavirus," a spokesperson confirmed.
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Number 10 also said meals will be left outside Mr Johnson's door while he self-isolates.
And they added because the building is considered a workplace, staff do not need to self-isolate unless they have symptoms - such as a new persistent cough or raised temperature.
Image: Mr Johnson was tested on the advice of his chief medical officer Chris Whitty (left)
Mr Johnson, whose partner Carrie Symonds is pregnant, was last seen outside Number 10 on Thursday night, joining Chancellor Rishi Sunak as part of a nationwide applause for NHS workers as they battle the pandemic.
A Treasury source said Mr Sunak is not self-isolating because he doesn't have any symptoms, but other people in the prime minister's office are.
Mr Johnson also appeared at PMQs as normal on Wednesday, sitting in a gap between his Home Secretary Priti Patel and Chief Whip Mark Spencer.
PM's chief adviser seen running from No 10
And all of this week he has been chairing the daily "war cabinet" on Britain's COVID-19 emergency response, involving some face-to-face meetings with those at the heart of managing the health, economic and communication response to the crisis.
But Mr Johnson has appeared over videolink for two important calls - with cabinet ministers and other leaders of the G20 countries.
Image: The cabinet met over conference call. Pic: Andrew Parsons / No 10
He also did not travel to Buckingham Palace for his weekly private meeting with the Queen on Wednesday - instead calling her on the phone. The pair last met on 11 March.
Mr Johnson's senior adviser Dominic Cummings was seen running out of Downing Street after the news broke.
Image: The Queen held her weekly phone call with Mr Johnson on the phone
Mr Hancock confirmed in a video message on Twitter on Friday he had COVID-19 after showing "very mild" symptoms and is now self-isolating while working from home.
It is "vital we follow the advice to protect our NHS and save lives", he warned.
Image: Mr Johnson's partner Carrie Symonds is pregnant
Back on 3 March, the prime minister revealed in a news conference he shook hands with COVID-19 patients.
"I was at a hospital the other night where there were actually a few coronavirus patients and I shook hands with everybody, you'll be pleased to know," he said.
'I shook hands with everybody' at coronavirus hospital
Sam Coates, Sky News' deputy political editor, said: "This is an enormous challenge for the centre of government today.
"There will be a lot of concern that a large number of people in No 10 might have been exposed and might not have to be tested."
Mr Johnson's spokesman said a few days ago that Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab would stand in if he becomes incapacitated.
But they confirmed on Friday Mr Raab is not taking over any functions from the prime minister yet.
Image: Dominic Raab will take over if the PM is incapacitated
Jeremy Corbyn wished Mr Johnson a "speedy recovery", tweeting: "I hope his family are safe and healthy.
"Coronavirus can and does affect anyone. Everyone be safe. Our own health depends on everybody else."
Can I still walk the dog? UK lockdown questions answered
Fears grew about how far COVID-19 spread at the heart of government after health minister Nadine Dorries tested positive for the virus earlier in March.
She has since recovered and was clapped by MPs when she returned to the Commons on Wednesday to hear the health secretary make a statement.
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