Queen Elizabeth has tested positive for COVID-19 and she's experiencing «mild cold like symptoms.»The Palace confirmed the news Sunday in a statement and added that, despite the diagnosis, she «expects to continue light duties at Windsor over the coming week.» The Palace also said the queen will continue to receive medical attention and will follow all the appropriate guidelines.U.K.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson released a statement following the announcement wishing Elizabeth a speedy recovery.«I’m sure I speak for everyone in wishing Her Majesty The Queen a swift recovery from Covid and a rapid return to vibrant good health,» Johnson said.Elizabeth, whom the U.K.
media reports is fully vaccinated, on Wednesday had an audience at the Palace with the outgoing Defence Services Secretary and his successor.
According to reports, the queen appeared to be in good spirits.The news comes less than a week after Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall tested positive.