by Q Radio News
Stormont's Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill has confirmed she has tested negative for covid-19.
It was revealed yesterday the Sinn Fein vice president was self-isolating after a family member tested positive for the virus.
In a social media post, Ms O'Neill said she will continue to isolate and carry out ministerial duties remotely at her home in Mid Ulster.
I have received my results and tested negative. I will continue to self isolate and carry out my ministerial duties remotely.#StaySafe #SaveLives
— Michelle O’Neill (@moneillsf) October 10, 2020
The negative test comes as cases of coronavirus continue to rapidly rise across Northern Ireland.
Yesterday, 1,080 new cases of the virus were confirmed by the Department of Health, the highest daily total recorded to date.
132 people are currently in hospital with a covid-19 diagnosis, 16 are in ICU with 10 on ventilators.
The Derry City and Strabane district remains one of the worst affected areas in the UK and Ireland.
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