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John-Paul Clark

Nicola Sturgeon tests positive for Covid as First Minister says she is suffering 'mild symptoms'

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has tested positive for Covid.

Ms Sturgeon took to Twitter on Friday night to confirm the news and said she was suffering "mild symptoms."

She will now follow Scottish Government guidance and remain at home over the next few days.

Ms Sturgeon said: "Unfortunately I’ve tested positive for Covid this evening after experiencing mild symptoms.

"In line with Scottish Government guidance, I’ll work from home over next few days, and hopefully be back out and about later next week."

The First Minister had earlier met Sinn Fein vice president and first minister designate of Northern Ireland, Michelle O'Neill, at Bute House on Friday.

Ms Sturgeon was also in Washington DC this week meeting US government officials.

The two-day trip aimed to encourage investment between Scotland and the US.

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