Scotland could get 'circuit breaker' lockdown to buy time, says Jason Leitch

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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

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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

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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.