Prominent figures in the UK Jewish community have wished the Queen a speedy recovery after she revealed she'd tested positive for Covid.

The Queen, who said she would be taking meetings from home, tested positive over the weekend. In response, the 95 year old received an outpouring of support on social media as well-wishers gave their messages to the monarch.

Chief Rabbi Mirvis was among those who send good wishes to the queen, saying on Twitter: "I extend my heartfelt best wishes to Her Majesty The Queen and others in the Royal Household for a Refuah Shelema - a complete and speedy recovery."

I extend my heartfelt best wishes to Her Majesty The Queen and others in the Royal Household for a Refuah Shelema - a complete and speedy recovery. https://t.co/8e7FawSoW0

— Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis (@chiefrabbi) February 20, 2022

The Board of Deputies issued a statement echoing the sentiments of the Chief Rabbi, saying: "We are sorry to hear that HM The Queen has tested positive for COVID and wish her a speedy recovery. Refuah shlemah."

We are sorry to hear that HM The Queen has tested positive for COVID and wish her a speedy recovery. Refuah shlemah. pic.twitter.com/OAzjmsgEjv

— Board of Deputies of British Jews (@BoardofDeputies) February 20, 2022

Karen Pollock CBE, Chief Executive, Holocaust Educational Trust said: “On behalf of the Holocaust Educational Trust, we wish Her Majesty the Queen a full and speedy recovery. She is in our thoughts and prayers.”