The dad of a Labour candidate who stood against Boris Johnson in last year's General Election has died from coronavirus. Ali Milani confirmed on social media today that his father, who tested positive for Covid-19 on March 13, has died.
Milani, who stood as Labour's parliamentary candidate in Uxbridge and South Ruislip in 2019, has urged others to "listen to medical advice".
He said: "In the early hours of this morning, my father tragically passed away after having contracted COVID-19. "Please keep him in your prayers.
This virus is taking millions all across the world. "Please ISOLATE and listen to medical advice! "A few friends have kindly set up a donation page in my Dad's memory.