Health secretary Matt Hancock has tested positive for coronavirus.
He is currently self-isolating at home.
His symptoms are reported to be mild and he will continue to work from home.
It comes as prime minister Boris Johnson also tested positive for covid-19 earlier this morning.
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He is self-isolating in Downing Street.
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