Governor Martyn Roper confirmed Wednesday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
In a social media post, Roper said he had tested positive on Good Friday, a few days after his wife Lissie.
In his post, he said, “I’m pleased to say that other than some generally mild symptoms (a sore throat, slightly stuffy nose), we are both doing well and feeling fine.”
He used this as an opportunity to urge people to get vaccinated, saying, “Without our booster shots, things could of course have been a lot worse. The vaccinations the UK provided have helped many across our islands avoid serious illness and even worse, saving countless precious lives.”
He added, “Please, if you have not yet been vaccinated or not received your booster, please go and get it as soon as you can – it could make all the difference to your health.”
During his isolation period, the governor said, he is working from his home on Seven Mile Beach.
“I attended the excellent National Trust Conference via zoom yesterday. This morning I have had Teams meetings with the Police Commissioner and numerous other telephone calls.
“We both hope to be released from isolation in the next few days,” he said.
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