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British foreign minister Dominic Raab self-isolating after Covid contact

“The Foreign Secretary was today informed that an individual with whom he has been in recent close contact has tested positive for coronavirus,” a foreign office spokesman said.

Published on: Nov 6, 2020, 08:08:12 IST
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British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who later tested positive for Covid-19, the foreign office said on Thursday.

Dominic Raab is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who later tested positive for Covid-19 (via REUTERS)
Dominic Raab is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who later tested positive for Covid-19 (via REUTERS)

“The Foreign Secretary was today informed that an individual with whom he has been in recent close contact has tested positive for coronavirus,” a foreign office spokesman said.

“In line with government regulations and NHS Track and Trace rules, the Foreign Secretary has taken immediate steps to self-isolate for the required period. He will continue to work remotely during this time.”

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