Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is isolating after coming into contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus amid diplomatic challenges with the US over the election chaos.
Mr Raab will work remotely during 14 days of isolation after being told of a recent close contact’s positive test on Thursday, a spokesman for the Cabinet minister said.
The UK is entering a difficult phase in its relationship with the US after Donald Trump plunged the nation into crisis by falsely claiming victory and mounting legal challenges.
Not only have there been calls to criticise the president’s behaviour, but Britain is under pressure to improve relations with Joe Biden, the Democratic challenger who is favourite to lead the White House.