Simon Harris 'feeling a bit rotten' with positive test for Covid-19

Simon Harris has tested positive for Covid-19.

The Minister for Higher Education, and former health minister, confirmed in an Instagram post that he had tested positive for the virus.

“Hi everyone,” he posted.

“Woke up feeling a bit rotten today and took an antigen test. Unfortunately it is positive.

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“Will be working away from home for next few days.

“Suggestions to occupy the time in isolation also welcome!”

Mr Harris, a regular presence on social media who helped lead the response to Covid-19 at the start of the pandemic, received a flood of well-wishes after confirming that he had tested positive.

Fine Gael senator Martin Conway posted: “Take care Simon.”