Speaker absent from Commons after positive Covid test

Sir Lindsay Hoyle is said to be ‘fighting it very well’.

Monday 04 December 2023 14:45 GMT

Speaker of The House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle (Hannah McKay/PA) (PA Wire)

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle was absent from the House of Commons on Monday after testing positive for Covid.

Deputy Speaker Dame Eleanor Laing told MPs: “Mr Speaker has asked me to let the House know that unfortunately he will not be taking the chair in the chamber today after testing positive for Covid.

“I am happy to tell the House that I have spoken to Mr Speaker and although he has Covid he is fighting it very well.

“I’m sure the House will join me in wishing him a speedy recovery.”

Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Thank you for registering

Speaker absent from Commons after positive Covid test

Sir Lindsay Hoyle is said to be ‘fighting it very well’.

Thank you for registering