Jason Leitch Latest Celebrity News & Gossip

Premiership clash in a similar manner to the lockdown-breaching mass celebrations seen in the city centre by Ibrox diehards after they clinched the league title.It has led to messages from both managers John Kennedy and Steven Gerrard, as well as Rangers skipper James Tavernier.All have been unequivocal in their instructions, urging supporters to stay home on the day of the game - but in a fresh statement the club once again distanced itself from the scenes from George Square, after they

Jason Leitch. Following large groups gathering in George Square and at Ibrox to celebrate the title victory for Steven Gerrard's side, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has warned the upcoming Old Firm game could be at risk.

Prestwick, South Ayrshire, gave her doting dad Jamie a dressing down over 'not washing his hands' this week.The tot's lecture was caught on camera as management consultant Jamie joked his daughter could apply to be one of the National Clinical Director Jason Leitch's understudies.Jamie, 41, wrote on social media: "Nicola Sturgeon, heard about Jason Leitch recruiting for understudies."Please find enclosed another candidate application."Little Rosie donned her bright pink stethoscope before

Jason Leitch painted a picture of a future when Scots would be able to fly to parts of the world that had the virus under control.A system of travel corridors allowing people to fly to certain countries used to be in operation, but the policy was scrapped as a way of getting to grips with infection levels.READ MORE: Scots may be able to travel abroad to ‘vaccinated’ countries says Jason LeitchBilly Dodds and Steven Thompson were left baffled by Rangers’ partygoing stars as the Ibrox five were

First Minister said covid data is “encouraging” and signalled she would also consider whether it is possible to lay out a timetable for other pupils coming back to the classroom.Schools were closed last year for the majority of pupils as a way of containing the spread of a new covid variant.The Scottish Government recently backed a phased return on February 22, including pupils in P1-3 and older children facing assessments.However, national clinical director Jason Leitch sounded cautious last

primary 1-3 could return from February 22, along with senior phase secondary students who need school resources to complete coursework.A final decision will be made by the SNP government on Tuesday and will depend on the prevalence of the virus.Today, Health Secretary Jeane Freeman told the Scottish Government coronavirus briefing on Friday that ministers will be cautious in their decision.Also speaking at the briefing, national clinical director Jason Leitch said progress on reducing the spread

whole of the UK and the Republic, which already operate a common travel area. Leitch gave his view to MSP scrutinising the government’s covid response and proposals to monitor travellers arriving in the country.

Nicola Sturgeon is updating MSPs today on changes decided by the Scottish Government on the future of lockdown restrictions. Leitch, the national clinical director, said his recommendation is younger children could return.

holidays abroad until next year. Leitch, the senior clinical adviser to the Scottish Government, was speaking after Boris Johnson had expressed optimism about summer breaks but Nicola Sturgeon had urged people to be cautious.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (PSYV) from Dumbarton welcomed Scotland’s national clinical director Jason Leitch to a virtual question and answer session last week.There was no shortage of questions for Professor Leitch on topics such as the pandemic, his career, coping with pressure, preparing for briefings and even his favourite music.The online event was part of a series of ‘In conversation with’

severe lockdown restrictions for some time' amid fears over the mutant coronavirus strain. National Clinical Director Professor Jason Leitch said it will be 'well into next year' before Scots will return to any form of normality.

Jason Leitch warned restrictions would be like in March when the UK ground to a halt for weeks. It follows alarm at strain of Covid-19 which appears to spread more quickly and has already ripped through south-east England.

First Minister is "furious" with herself but defended the "little lapse" after a picture of her emerged. The Scottish Sun published a photograph of Sturgeon talking to three people on her way out of the funeral wake of a close colleague.

Jason Leitch said further research was required on the latest mutation of the virus but added experts were so far confident it would not be able to resist the jabs currently being rolled out to health workers and care home residents. It comes as UK health secretary Matt Hancock warned today the country faced an “enormous challenge” controlling the new strain after scientists found it was able to spread more rapidly.

Jason Leitch has urged Scots to wear a face covering when they are sitting down to their Christmas dinner. The Senior Clinical Advisor says the Scottish public should do so in accordance with guidance set out by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

coronavirus deaths have been recorded in Scotland over the last 24 hours. The Scottish Government also announced that 777 new cases of COVID-19 were reported overnight, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 99,463.

Man caused mayhem on busy street during trio of incidentsAccording to Public Health Scotland, Kinross was the worst hit area in the region with seven cases alone in the town.Fifty-four positive cases were recorded in Perth and Kinross in the week up until October 19.Convicted murderer who spat at prison guard is jailed for eight monthsIt comes as Scotland’s clinical director Professor Jason Leitch told the country to prepare for a “digital Christmas”.Mr Leitch told BBC Radio Scotland it was

lockdown according to Scots medical chief Professor Jason Leitch. However, the national clinical director has urged Scots to "hold our nerve" because he insists the coronavirus restrictions being put in place are working.

Covid-19 by Christmas, according to the national clinical director of Scotland. Jason Leitch told the BBC's Drivetime With John Beattie that the Scottish Government expects to have some doses of a coronavirus vaccine before Christmas.

Jason Leitch, the National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government, has given a frank assessment of the spread of covid-19 as Nicola Sturgeon prepares to detail the five new alert levels to restrict the spread of the disease.

SPFL test events have been put on hold following a resurgence in Covid-19 prevalence across Scotland. Successful events were held during Celtic 's win at Ross County and Aberdeen 's victory over Kilmarnock at Pittodrie.

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

supermarkets as new coronavirus restrictions come into force. National Clinical Director Jason Leitch wants all retail to adopt safety mitigations introduced during the first peak of the virus in March and April.Shoppers faced lines and lines of queues as supermarkets tried to maintain social distancing throughout stores.The Scots health expert hopes that firms will ‘re-engage’ with similar policies as new restrictions are imposed in Scotland over the next 16 days.

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

care homes.Professor Jason Leitch was speaking on a live radio interview today about the rising number of positive tests for coronavirus north of the border and the potential impact on the social care sector.Appearing on BBC Good Morning Scotland, the national clinical director was asked if he was concerned by the situation in Scotland's care homes."Concerned in the sense I want to protect them as much as I can from this virus," he said."We've learned both in Scotland and around the world, the

Covid-19 and are more reluctant to reengage with society as a result, Scotland's top medical advisor has said. Professor Jason Leitch was speaking as new restrictions take effect from today which limit social gatherings to a maximum of six people from two households.

Neil Lennon for Celtic to be allowed to open up their stadium to a limited number of supporters. The Hoops boss feels that they could be at least a third full at Celtic Park after watching Kansas City Chiefs kickstart their NFL season with similar crowd numbers.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Scotland’s Health Secretary was joined by the nation’s clinical director last week as they paid a visit to the town’s hospital.Health Secretary Jeane Freeman MSP, joined by National Clinical Director Jason Leitch, visited the University Hospital Hairmyres on (Monday, August 31) to thank staff for their efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic and to see how the hospital has changed as services recover.They

Sunday Mail show the SNP’s Susan Aitken enjoying drinks at a pub with three colleagues on Friday night.

coronavirus transmission is lost, according to Scotland's national clinical director. Jason Leitch urged parents to be "cautious" but not "overly worried" about the return of pupils to class, which is to begin across the country from Tuesday.

Scotland today. Jason Leitch, the national clinical director for the Scottish government, admitted he was worried about the relaxation of rules for drinking and outdoor hospitality from this morning.

Get the latest politics news sent straight to your inbox every FridayEleven positive coronavirus cases have now confirmed in a cross-border cluster of infections.The total increased by one overnight as health officials test and trace contacts in part of Dumfries and Galloway.Scotland’s national clinical director, Jason Leitch, revealed the new figure during Nicola Sturgeon’s daily press briefing.

two metre rule will be dumped by saying physical distancing measures will change. However, Professor Jason Leitch said he could not be “entirely sure” when the restriction would be relaxed.

Health Secretary is to appear before MPs in a session on the Covid-19 outbreak. Jeane Freeman and national clinical director Jason Leitch are expected to face questions on the impact of the virus in care homes from the Scottish Affairs Committee.

Scotland’s national clinical director has defended himself for saying he would have attended a Stereophonics concert before the lockdown.

A senior SNP Government figure has apologised for his role in the row over whether an English company was refusing to sell PPE to Scotland.