DURING WHAT has been an amazing day for the country’s senior figures in the battle against COVID-19, the UK’s chief medical officer Chris Whitty is now self-isolating after experiencing coronavirus symptoms.

The news comes just hours after Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Health Minister, Matt Hancock, both revealed that they had tested positive after experiencing “mild symptoms”.

“I will be continuing to advise the government on the medical response to coronavirus”

Chris Whitty

Professor Whitty said that he would be staying at home for the next seven days in a statement on Twitter, posted just hours after Johnson the confirmed that he had also tested positive for the COVID-19 disease.

“After experiencing symptoms compatible with COVID-19 last night, in line with the guidance, I will be self-isolating at home for the next seven days,” said the professor.

“I will be continuing to advise the government on the medical response to coronavirus, supported by my deputies.”