First Minister Mark Drakeford isolating at home after testing positive for Covid

First Minister Mark Drakeford is self-isolating after testing positive for Covid.

The Welsh Government said Mr Drakeford is "working from home" and, despite not being a legal requirement, people who test postivie for the virus should isolate while recovering.

A Welsh Government spokesperson said: “The First Minister is currently working from home after testing positive for Covid.“Whilst not a legal requirement, it is important that anyone that does test positive isolates whilst recovering.“We encourage everyone who is eligible to take up the offer of a Covid booster vaccination”.

Welsh Conservatives leader Andrew RT Davies posted on social media saying he was wishing Mr Drakeford a speedy recovery.