Two self-isolating Covid-19 cases detected

Two self-isolating cases of Covid-19 have been identified on Island today.

Health and Social Care Minister, David Ashford MHK, confirms both were travel-related and both individuals are already in quarantine.

Their isolation period continues and further tests will be offered.

Chief Minister, Howard Quayle MHK, says: "These instances are absolutely expected. The individuals have done everything right, followed guidance and kept our community safe.

"Cases such as this do not signify a community spread of the virus and therefore do not affect our proposed end to lockdown on 1 February."

Meanwhile, it's now 17 days in a row with no evidence of any community transmission of the virus.

The total number of active cases on Manx shores stands at 29.