Dominic Raab self-isolates after coming into contact with person who tested positive for Covid-19

The Foreign Secretary will stay at home and work remotely.
Dominic Raab, First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs
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Dominic Raab is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who tested positive for coronavirus.

The Foreign Secretary will have to stay at home in line with guidance and work remotely as he responds to the result of the US election. 

His spokesman said: “The Foreign Secretary was today informed that an individual with whom he has been in recent close contact with has tested positive for coronavirus.

“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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