NI Secretary of State Brandon Lewis announces he is self-isolating

Andrew Quinn
By Andrew Quinn

Deputy Group Live Editor

Published 29th Oct 2020, 13:53 BST
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The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Brandon Lewis, MP, has announced he is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who tested positive for Covid-19.

“I have been informed that I have recently come into contact with someone who has since tested positive for coronavirus.

“While I do not currently have any symptoms, I am now self-isolating in line with government guidance.”

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Meanwhile, the Northern Ireland Executive is meeting this afternoon to review Covid-19 restrictions.

Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis speaking to the media as he arrives at BBC Broadcasting House in central London before his appearance on the BBC1 current affairs programme, The Andrew Marr Show.Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis speaking to the media as he arrives at BBC Broadcasting House in central London before his appearance on the BBC1 current affairs programme, The Andrew Marr Show.
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis speaking to the media as he arrives at BBC Broadcasting House in central London before his appearance on the BBC1 current affairs programme, The Andrew Marr Show.

One restriction they will focus on will be the decision to close schools.

Schools have been closed for the last two weeks (a combination of mid-term break and closure) to help drive down the pace of infection in Northern Ireland.

All schools are due to return on Monday November 2 unless the NI Executive decide otherwise.

Related topics:Brandon LewisCovid-19Northern Ireland ExecutiveSchools

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