NI politicians wish Boris Johnson a speedy recovery from coronavirus symptoms

Prime Minister Boris Johnson remains in intensive care this morning after his coronavirus symptoms “worsened”, Downing Street has said.
By Gemma Murray
Published 7th Apr 2020, 09:22 BST
Updated 7th Apr 2020, 10:05 BST
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A spokesman said he was moved on the advice of his medical team and was receiving “excellent care”.

Mr Johnson has asked Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to deputise “where necessary”, the spokesman added.

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The prime minister, 55, was admitted to hospital in London with “persistent symptoms” on Sunday evening.

The Queen has been kept informed about Mr Johnson’s health by No 10, according to Buckingham Palace.

His rapid health decline has been met with shock by NI politicians - including deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill.

In a Tweet she said: “Wishing Boris Johnson and all those battling Covid 19 every best wish to a speedy recovery”.

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First Minister Arlene Foster said: “On behalf of the Northern Ireland Executive, I send our best wishes to the Prime Minister

10 Downing Street handout photo of Prime Minister Boris Johnson clapping outside 11 Downing Street in London to salute local heroes during Thursday's nationwide Clap for Carers NHS initiative to applaud NHS workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic10 Downing Street handout photo of Prime Minister Boris Johnson clapping outside 11 Downing Street in London to salute local heroes during Thursday's nationwide Clap for Carers NHS initiative to applaud NHS workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic
10 Downing Street handout photo of Prime Minister Boris Johnson clapping outside 11 Downing Street in London to salute local heroes during Thursday's nationwide Clap for Carers NHS initiative to applaud NHS workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic

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“Praying for a full and speedy recovery”.

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Brandon Lewis also tweeted: “Thoughts are with @BorisJohnson, Carrie and his family this evening. He’s a fighter and I know is in excellent hands - being looked after by our incredible NHS and it’s staff. Wishing the Boss all the very best for a speedy recovery”.

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