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Prince Charles, 71, seen for first time since being diagnosed with coronavirus as he joins public to clap for NHS
PRINCE CHARLES appeared tonight for the first time since being diagnosed with coronavirus as he joined millions of Brits to clap NHS heroes battling coronavirus.
Clarence House posted an Instagram video showing the Prince of Wales taking part in an emotional nationwide round of applause for medical staff and carers at 8pm.
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Charles showed his appreciation for the UK's heroic frontline doctors, nurses and care workers during the Covid-19 pandemic as part of the Clap for our Carers movement.
In the video, Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall, was seen clapping separately from an open window as the couple self-isolate in Balmoral, Scotland.
The Duchess, 72, has tested negative for the virus.
Prince William and Kate Middleton's three children George, Charlotte and Louis were also shown applauding our gallant medical staff in a video posted on the Kensington Palace Instagram page.
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Kensington Palace tweeted a video of the young royals, saying: “To all the doctors, nurses, carers, GPs, pharmacists, volunteers and other NHS staff working tirelessly to help those affected by #COVID19: thank you. #ClapForOurCarers #ClapForCarers #ThankYouNHS #ClapForNHS”.
Britain came to a standstill tonight at 8pm, with Boris Johnson among those joining in the nationwide outpouring of gratitude.
The PM and Rishi Sunak posted a video outside Downing Street with the caption: “On behalf of the whole country, I want to thank all the incredible nurses, doctors, NHS support staff & carers who are working flat out to fight coronavirus. #ClapForOurCarers #ClapForNHS
“To help them, and protect the NHS, we need everyone to stay at home #StayHomeSaveLives”.
Landmarks lit up for frontline healthcare workers, while Brits up and down the country clapped and whooped in a joint show of support.
Some set off fireworks as loud cheers rang across the UK to thank those risking their lives to fight the deadly virus.
It is believed Charles suffered mild symptoms over the weekend while at Highgrove House in Gloucester and flew privately to Scotland on Sunday night where he was tested on Monday.
It is understood he is in good spirits and remains up and about.
Buckingham Palace has since confirmed the Queen remains in "good health" after heading to Windsor last Thursday with Prince Philip a week earlier than planned.
Charles most recently saw the Queen "briefly" on March 12.
Medical experts believe the earliest Charles would have been contagious was March 13.
Charles spokes to Prince William, 37, and Prince Harry, 35, in Canada after the news.
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Confirming the news, Clarence House said: "The Prince of Wales has tested positive for Coronavirus.
"He has been displaying mild symptoms but otherwise remains in good health and has been working from home throughout the last few days as usual."
Another six members of staff now isolating with them.
Clarence House added: "In accordance with Government and medical advice, the Prince and the Duchess are now self-isolating at home in Scotland.
"The tests were carried out by the NHS in Aberdeenshire where they met the criteria required for testing.
“It is not possible to ascertain from whom the Prince caught the virus owing to the high number of engagements he carried out in his public role during recent weeks."
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A spokesman for Buckingham Palace said: "Her Majesty the Queen remains in good health.
"The Queen last saw the Prince of Wales briefly after the investiture on the morning of the 12th March and is following all the appropriate advice with regard to her welfare."
They will not comment on whether the Queen has been tested for coronavirus.
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Prince George, Charlotte and Louis join Royal Family in national clap for NHS heroes amid coronavirus outbreak