Coronavirus NI: Michelle O’Neill self-isolating after family member tests positive for COVID-19
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Northern Ireland’s deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill is self-isolating after a close family member tested positive for Covid-19.
Ms. O’Neill must now be tested, self-isolate for 14 days and carry out her work remotely.
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Hide Ad“Joint head of government Michelle O’Neill has confirmed that she is being tested for coronavirus and is self-isolating after contact with a family member who has tested positive for Covid-19.
“Michelle will continue to follow the public health advice and carry out her duties in Government remotely,” said a Sinn Fein spokesperson.
If Ms. O’Neill tests positive, ministers, MLAs and others she has come into contact with recently could be affected.
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