Prime Minster Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

In the last few minutes Downing Street have confirmed the Prime Minster has tested positive for coronavirus.

The Prime Minster was tested after developing mild symptoms on Thursday.

Mr Johnson posted a video on social media explaining he was now self isolating, however he will still work via the 'wizardry of modern technology'.

A Downing Street spokeswoman said: "After experiencing mild symptoms yesterday, the Prime Minister was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England's chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty."