Lockdown restrictions in Perth and Kinross to be extended until mid-February

outline its plans for easing lockdown later this month. Schools will be the first to reopen from March 8 at the earliest if the data allows, ministers have said.

Perthshire Advertiser she played a big part in bringing home the Stone of Destiny - the focal point of the £26.5 million transformation of Perth City Hall - “making Perth and Kinross an even better place to live and work.” Mrs Reid will take up her new role as chief executive of NHS Education for Scotland (NES) on Monday, February 1.Cllr Lyle said: “I worked closely with Karen and was impressed by both her vision and her hard work.

Perth and Kinross has experienced its deadliest week of the coronavirus pandemic for the third week in a row after deaths rose by 61 per cent. The week from January 18 to 24 saw COVID-19 recorded on a death certificate in the region 29 times.

Perth and Kinross Council is set to bring in a new decision-making system during the COVID-19 pandemic, much to the anger of opposition councillors.

Perth and Kinross Council is seeking a new chief executive. The successful applicant will be paid a six-figure sum to take the helm of the local authority.The vacancy has arisen following the current chief executive’s appointment as the new chief executive of NHS Education for Scotland (NES).

direct to your inboxThe Prime Minister has warned easing lockdown restrictions too soon could lead to 'another big rebound' in the spread of coronavirus.Leading a press briefing on Friday afternoon, Boris Johnson was questioned on when current measures could be lifted.Mr Johnson highlighted the February 15 goalpost once again, saying measures won't be looked at until at least this date, in line with the vaccination programme.Speaking from Downing Street, he said the current restrictions are “the

direct to your inboxThe Prime Minister has said it's 'too early to say' when lockdown restrictions could be eased as he warned the new coronavirus strain is 'much more contagious'.It comes as reports on Wednesday suggested that controls wouldn't be lifted until Good Friday in April.On Boris Johnson's announcement of the national lockdown at the start of the month, he set February 15 as a goalpost to having the most vulnerable in society vaccinated.“That will eventually enable us to lift many of

Perth and Kinros s, it has been confirmed. According to statistics from the National Records of Scotland, 17 people died from the coronavirus between January 11 and 17.

Covid-19. The First Minister Nicola Sturgeon warned the situation is "extremely serious" and action must be taken to halt the rapidly spreading new strain.

Perth and Kinross after the COVID-19 infection rate dropped in the last week. The most recent data from Public Health Scotland up until January 12 shows an infection rate of 231.7 per 100,000 people.

Takeaway rules in Scotland have been tightened as millions of people are urged to stay at home and avoid non-essential contact. Nicola Sturgeon confirmed takeaway joints will no longer be able to serve customers inside in the latest crackdown on the hospitality industry.

Perth and Kinross woke up to a blanket of snow this morning. An amber weather warning for snow remains in force for much of the region until 10am.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced a tightening of lockdown restrictions as the number of Covid-19 cases in Scotland continue to rise.Under the changes click and collect services will be limited to only essential purchases, while restrictions were also applied on takeaways meaning that residents will only be able to collect orders from outdoors to limit social interaction.Essential click and collect

direct to your inboxEngland has now been in its third national lockdown for more than a week.The country will be under strict measures until at least mid-February with schools closed for most pupils and people told to stay at home unless they have a ‘reasonable excuse’.However coronavirus cases and hospital admissions are continuing to rise.

Perth and Kinross Council has rebuffed calls to suspend parking fees across the region while the country is in lockdown - although it may revisit the idea at a later date.Perth and North Perthshire MP Pete Wishart had urged the local authority to reimplement a similar system set up during the first lockdown in order to help local businesses and key workers.Nearly 200 school staff and pupils self-isolate over Christmas periodHis calls were echoed in Fife and Dundee, who both have since agreed to

coronavirus lockdown rules, it has been revealed. It is reported that the government is looking at a gradual release of restrictions over the course of several months - with measures expected to remain in place till late March.

coronavirus lockdown rules, it has been revealed. It is reported that the government is looking at a gradual release of restrictions over the course of several months - with measures expected to remain in place till late March.

Perth and Kinross pupils will be taught via remote learning until at least February 1.Perth and Kinross Council has set up a remote learning hub which includes advice for both parents and pupils as to how to get the the best out of remote learning.Here is PKC's advice for pupils:1. Be patient: Your teachers have been asked to make their teaching available to you online at the last minute.