Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill tests positive for Covid-19

The vice president of Sinn Féin tweeted that she would remain in self-isolation and hopes to return to her public duties next week.

I have contracted Covid-19. I am thankful to have had two doses of the vaccine. I’ll remain in self-isolation, and hope to return to my public duties next week. Executive Office Minister Declan Kearney, will take forward Departmental business in the meantime.

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BBC News NI understands a meeting of the Stormont Executive due to happen on Wednesday has been postponed until next week, due to Ms O'Neill's illness.