Sajid Javid has tested positive for coronavirus this morning after feeling 'a bit groggy'.
The health secretary announced the news in a video to Twitter, where he explained that his symptoms are 'very mild'.
He said he was 'grateful' to have had two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine, and took the opportunity to urge others to have their jab, as well as to take a test if people are not feeling well.
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Mr Javid is isolating at home with his family and awaiting a confirmation PCR test result.
"I was feeling a bit groggy last night, so I took a lateral flow test this morning and it's come out positive," the message began.
"I'm grateful that I've had two jabs of the vaccine, and so far, my symptoms are very mild."
Mr Javid then continued by saying: "I also want to take this opportunity to thank everyone that's been involved in our national vaccine rollout programme - truly the best of its kind than anywhere in the world.
"If you haven't had your jabs yet, please get out there and get them as soon as you can.
"And if like me, you feel a bit groggy, or you think you may have come into contact with someone who has tested positive, please also take a lateral flow test too."
He added: "If everyone plays their part, you're not only protecting yourself and loved ones, but you're also safeguarding the NHS and helping to preserve our way of life."
The health secretary's positive test result comes as statutory lockdown controls in England will end on Monday.
Boris Johnson has repeatedly said he wants the lifting of lockdown on so-called 'freedom day' to be “irreversible”, but in recent days ministers have begun to sound more cautious.
While social-distancing rules in England will come to an end, government guidelines advise face masks should still be worn in enclosed spaces such as in shops and on public transport, while pubs and bars should be table service only.
