The Queen flooded with messages of support after positive Covid-19 test - live updates

The Queen has tested positive for Covid-19 today, the latest in the Royal family to contract the illness.

The 95-year-old, who marks her Platinum Jubilee this year, has only mild symptoms and will continue to carry out light duties.

Her son, Prince Charles, had tested positive this month and Her Majesty had been in direct contact with her son and heir.

The Queen is understood to be triple vaccinated.

Messages of goodwill have been pouring in for The Queen, who has avoided catching the virus for more than two years.

The nation was touched when she lost her husband Prince Philip in April 2021 and she sat alone during his funeral during Covid restrictions

We'll bring you the latest reaction and news in the blog below.