The MP for Hertsmere is staying home as a family member has coronavirus symptoms.
Oliver Dowden, who is also the culture secretary, announced the news moments ago via Twitter.
Mr Dowden said: Iām feeling fine and will of course be working on [department of culture] priorities in these very challenging times, and continuing to support my constituents in Hertsmere.ā
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