BREAKING: Scotland's coronavirus travel restrictions are to be eased early

holidays "within limits" this summer according to a leading expert, while ministers said the travel green list will be "coming soon". Peter Openshaw - Professor of Experimental Medicine at Imperial College London - said it was vital people do not drop their guard because there are likely to be further outbreaks of coronavirus.

coronavirus policies.In a statement, NTIA Scotland said: “Scottish Government support has been wholly inadequate to compensate for operating losses and a majority of businesses have now incurred unsustainable debt as a result.”Noting that 39,000 jobs are at risk, it argued that the costs of rent, staff furlough, insurance and other expenses are now far exceeding the income gained from revenue and government grants.They said the average small business in the sector has now exceeded £150,000 in

first ‘unlocked’ weekend in months. Crowds of Scots are predicted to be out and about enjoying the good weather that is forecast across most of the country.

Coronavirus test providers are ‘at risk of collapse’ when holidays abroad eventually resume the UK, a consumer group has warned. Which? says that a number of testing firms, that have been approved by the UK Government, are being overwhelmed with travellers requiring Covid tests - despite international travel currently being banned.

dramatic Prime Minister’s Questions is likely to dominate today’s agenda. Boris Johnson was framed as a liar in the Commons for failing to admit to alleged remarks about allowing to let “bodies pile high” instead of seeing another covid lockdown.

covid  "rip" than impose a second national lockdown, sources have claims. It's the latest allegations levelled at the  Prime Minister  who is facing growing criticism over his handling of the pandemic.

coronavirus infections continues to fall. The country can finally take its first real steps out of lockdown since Boxing Day.

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14,161 people who responded said making sure building back from the pandemic should be high on the agenda of politicians. It comes as Scotland is set to enter level 3 of restrictions from Monday, April 26 with pubs and restaurants reopening.Nicola Sturgeon announced the latest round of coronavirus relaxations during a briefing on Tuesday. Follow along below to be kept updated. Scotland's recovery from the coronavirus pandemic is seen as the most important issue for online readers of the Daily

new freedoms next week after Nicola Sturgeon confirmed lockdown will ease further as covid cases continue to fall. The First Minister announced the country will move to Level Three lockdown next Monday, leading to a raft of changes.

First Minister admitted lifting travel abroad "too quickly" last year which allowed the virus to re-seed amongst the population, which then lead to a second national lockdown. Speaking on the Sophy Ridge on Sunday show, the SNP leader said Scots face living longer with international travel restrictions due to the risk of importing new strains of Covid-19.

Falkirk for sticking to coronavirus rules, as more lockdown restrictions are eased. From today, people in Falkirk can travel outside the council area to other parts of Scotland for the first time this year.The relaxation also mean that up to six people from six different households can gather outside.Many people are taking advantage of the easing with hundreds flocking to beauty and tourist spots, including The Kelpies.

finally lifted today after more than four months, while groups of up to six people from six different households can also now legally meet outdoors. Until now, most Scots have been unable to invite people into their own homes for non-essential purposes since September and thousands of hospitality businesses remain shut.

Scottish Government brought forward a series of changes to Scotland’s lockdown on Tuesday after ‘encouraging’ data emerged over the last couple of weeks.From tomorrow, six Scots from six households will be allowed to meet outdoors for socialising, recreation and exercise.People will also be able to travel outside of their local authority area for the first time in months as travel restrictions around Scotland are also lifted.The changes mean that families and friends will be reunited for the

Weddings have pretty much been put on hold for the best part of a year in Scotland amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Nicola Sturgeon made the announcement that travel restrictions were lifting in Scotland from Friday, and it was only a matter of time before Janey Godley created a voiceover. Today, the First Minister said Scots will be able to travel anywhere in the country earlier than previously planned due to the continued suppression of coronavirus.

Perth and Kinross residents will be able to travel anywhere in Scotland from this Friday (April 16) as the 'stay local' guideline is lifted.

First Minister made the update at a media briefing on lockdown in Edinburgh today.The SNP leader said restrictions on travel will end across Scotland from this Friday - meaning Scots can leave their council area and meet up with friends and family outdoors.Groups of up to six people from six different households will be able to meet in parks, gardens and for outdoor recreation from that day in a further easing of lockdown.The country will move from Level 4 of restrictions on April 26 to Level 3,

today. The First Minister will be joined by Chief Medical Officer Gregor Smith from St Andrew's House as they provide details on planned easing of restrictions across the country.