UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has undergone standard oxygen treatment without the need for mechanical ventilation while he receives treatment for COVID-19 in intensive care, but the prime minister has not been diagnosed with pneumonia.
In a statement from Downing Street's official spokesperson, the Prime Minister has been "stable overnight and remains in good spirits," while also not requiring "invasive respiratory support".
Questions have arisen over the role of First Secretary of State Dominic Raab who was designated by the prime minister to deputise for Mr Johnson, but a statement from Downing Street said on national security matters, Mr Raab will "step in as necessary". Image: AP
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