Boris Johnson makes history with first virtual PMQs over videolink

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BORIS Johnson has made history by taking the first PMQs virtually over a videolink today.

Mr Johnson is currently self-isolating and appeared in the House of Commons by video instead of asking Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to step in.

Boris Johnson appeared via videolink to answer questions today

Sir Keir Starmer did not join the PM in appearing virtually and will quiz Mr Johnson from the House of Commons.

Sir Keir said this lunchtime: “Can I send my best wishes to the Prime Minister and all those across the country who are doing the right thing by following the rules and self isolating.”

Mr Johnson appeared from No10 for PMQs – the first time a Prime Minister has attended the Commons virtually to be grilled by MPs in history.

The PM was told to self-isolate over the weekend after having a meeting with Tory MP Lee Anderson, who tested positive for coronavirus.

He joked today NHS Test and Trace had “secured at least one of (Sir Keir’s) objectives to keep me from answering these questions in person.”

At least six Tory MPs and two Downing Street aides were forced to self isolate after Mr Anderson tested positive.

More to come