Queen Elizabeth cancels virtual engagements for a second time this week

Queen Elizabeth has cancelled more virtual engagements on Thursday, as she recovers from COVID-19.

"The two virtual audiences that had previously been scheduled to take place today will now be rescheduled for a later date," a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said.

"Her Majesty is continuing with light duties."

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There are no other engagements scheduled for the Queen across the remainder of the week.

The news came after Her Majesty kept her weekly phone call with Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday, prompting hopes the 95-year-old monarch was on the mend.

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On Tuesday, the Queen's health had prompted the cancellation of planned virtual engagements.

"As Her Majesty is still experiencing mild cold like symptoms she has decided not to undertake her planned virtual engagements today, but will continue with light duties," a short statement from Buckingham Palace said.

The Queen tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, February 20.

At the time, Buckingham Palace announced the world's longest reigning monarch would continue with "light duties" during isolation, which typically includes paperwork that comes in those famous red boxes.

"Her Majesty is experiencing mild cold-like symptoms but expects to continue light duties at Windsor over the coming week," the statement read.

"She will continue to receive medical attention and will follow all the appropriate guidelines."

The Queen's positive test came just days after son Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, both tested positive for the virus. All are understood to be fully vaccinated.