Circuit breaker lockdown in Scotland - here's what politicians and health experts are saying

coronavirus restrictions banning households mixing indoors this weekend. But a political row between Boris Johnson and Labour’s Andy Burnham has meant no decision has been made on Greater Manchester.

Nicola Sturgeon has said the battle against coronavirus should not be seen as a contest between protecting health and protecting the economy. The First Minister was speaking as new figures revealed the number of Scots claiming unemployment benefits has more than doubled in the last year.

Nicola Sturgeon said.As Boris Johnson prepared to unveil the new covid alert levels for parts of England, the First Minister said a similar graded system would be introduced in Scotland after two weeks of local lockdowns currently in place expire.

Karen Gillan has said that if she hadn’t become an actress she would have been a therapist.The Hollywood star said she enjoys reading psychology essays and is fascinated by the subject.The 32-year-old, who has starred in hit films such as Avengers: Infinity War, Guardians Of The Galaxy and Jumanji, said she likes learning about mental health conditions in her free time. Karen, from Inverness, said she then uses that knowledge to improve her acting roles.She used psychology essays to research

Scottish Government’s leading advisors has said lockdowns are not the best way to tackle Covid-19 outbreaks. Professor Devi Sridhar, chairwoman of Global Public Health at the University of Edinburgh, has stated that research shows strict lockdown policies have not been proven to be the most effective across the world.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Today marks the 104th year that the Erskine charity has been caring for veterans.The first wounded veterans admitted to the Princess Louise Scottish Hospital for Limbless Sailors and Soldiers arrived on October 10, 1916.A total of 13 patients came through the doors of the pioneering hospital when it opened over a century ago. They came from throughout Scotland to the newly opened hospital, to be fitted with

a shutdown of the hospitality industry across much of the country.Jason Leitch said today businesses should consult with their local authority if they are unsure whether they will be able to reopen tomorrow.The hospitality industry was thrown into confusion yesterday after Nicola Sturgeon said licensed cafes would be able to stay open during a 16-day lockdown if they agreed to stop selling alcohol.But it was not immediately clear if that distinction also applied to licensed restaurants.Appearing

coronavirus.Nicola Sturgeon yesterday announced the strict new measures on the hospitality industry following a recent spike in infections, which saw more than 1000 cases recorded in the last 24 hours.The country’s nightlife is set to look different when new rules come into force at 6pm on Friday - and heading out for drinks with friends is no longer an option.The rules will be harshest for those living in the central belt, where all licensed premises will be closed.So, where can you drink

coronavirus restrictions can still go on holiday.Swinney said staycation plans can “take their course”, but urged people to be respectful when going to areas with lower levels of covid.Nicola Sturgeon yesterday announced her latest plan to get to grips with rising levels of the infection.Although every part of the country will be affected by new curbs, heavier restrictions will apply in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Lanarkshire, Ayrshire and Arran, Lothian and Forth Valley health board

coronavirus infections. The Scottish Government has ordered all pubs and restaurants across the central belt to shut under new restrictions of the circuit breaker.

coronavirus measures are introduced.

Pubs and bars in the central belt will be forced to close under tough new lockdown rules, Nicola Sturgeon has announced. Further restrictions on social life will be imposed across the country as of this Friday at 6pm for at least 16 days as the Scottish Government attempts to put a "brake" on the spread of coronavirus.

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Nicola Sturgeon and her ministers will decide today whether even greater lockdown restrictions are required to stop the rising number of Scots testing positive for coronavirus.The First Minister yesterday warned the public it was "possible we will have to do more" after she announced yesterday that a further 697 people had contracted the virus.She will meet with members of her Cabinet this morning to discuss whether a so-called "circuit breaker lockdown" is needed to reduce transmission of the

Nicola Sturgeon has given the clearest indication yet that Scotland may have to enter a stricter period of lockdown to deal with the rising number of people testing positive for Covid.The First Minister said it was "possible we will have to do more" after a further 697 people were confirmed as having the virus yesterday.The SNP leader will meet with health officials later today to assess the latest data from across the country but stressed no final decision on entering stricter lockdown had been

Coronavirus cases have continued to rise across Scotland over the weekend as four deaths were recorded. Nicola Sturgeon said infections are spreading to older people and suggested new restrictions will be considered by experts today and discussed by the government tomorrow.Deputy first minister John Swinney has also said it was a "cause for concern" and warned there could be further restrictions put in place.

coronavirus infection rate.Jason Leitch, the national clinical director, told the BBC another round of restrictions could buy the country 28 days in the fight against the pandemic.He said some closures to business and education would deliver a “short, sharp shock” to the rate of infection without the need for a full lockdown, like the country experience in March.Deputy First Minister John Swinney said on Sunday further restrictions could be considered as the government warned of a “rising