Scots punters hit pubs for last hurrah before new lockdown restrictions come into play tonight

First Minister has announced a five-tier lockdown restriction plan during today's daily briefing.Sturgeon gave an assurance that there would be no return to the March-style lockdown.

Highland garden boozer.Paul Stephenson, from Cawdor, near Inverness, converted his outhouse into a pub during lockdown and hasn’t looked back.The ex-radio producer began the Vintage Rock Pod podcast from his new bar and has already blethered with a host of music legends over a pint.Since going on air at the start of the month, he has chatted to John Illsley from Dire Straits and Big Country star Bruce Watson.He has also interviewed Mitch Murray, who has sold more than half a billion songs

link.That will come after a meeting of the Scottish Cabinet.Pubs and restaurants are under heavy covid restrictions across the country and are also closed in five health board areas.Industry figures are keen to know whether these restrictions will be extended.It was confirmed on Tuesday that another 1456 Scots have tested positive during the last 24 hours, taking the total since the start of the pandemic to 49,164.Three cars torched in East Kilbride driveway in three daysSome 824 patients are

Star Wars movie is to take place in the Highlands.A crew will be flying in to Scotland to capture shots of the snow-capped mountains and scenic views.Work will begin in December and is expected to last three days.Plot details of the upcoming movie are being kept under wraps, but New Zealander Taika Waititi will direct the film.He will also co-write with Krysty Wilson-Cairns, who helped script the Oscar-nominated 1917 and Edgar Wright’s upcoming movie Last Night In Soho.A source said: “It’s great

New Zealand general election. Ms Arden won a second term in office as the country's Prime Minister.

coronavirus update for Scotland today.The First Minister addressed MSPs in a virtual session where she warned further changes might be made to measures as she attempts to curb the number of cases.Measures to control the pandemic have to be reviewed every three weeks, however rules on indoor household gatherings will not change.Sturgeon also gave further details on rules around wearing face coverings in Scotland.It comes as 13 people who returned a positive Covid-19 test died in the last 24-hour

puppy got hold off a sex toy sent to their house by joker pal. French Bulldog Carlos was excited to see the 'new toy' and ran outside for a play in the front garden with it hanging out his mouth.

dementia 'wouldn't have survived' had a 'life-changing' pod not been installed in their garden just before lockdown.We told how Reece Mitchell, from North Kessock, Ross and Cromarty, was struck down with CLN2 type Batten disease in early 2018.

Zoo has been forced to cancel part of it's Autumn light show due to uncertainty over the current coronavirus restrictions. The sanctuary in West Calder, near Livingston, had planned to host a brand-new 'wonderland of spectacular lighting displays' this month.

coronavirus rules. In a statement, Police Scotland said they would 'deploy additional officers across the country' to make sure the new legislation is followed.

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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East Kilbride as of Friday for just over two weeks in a bid to halt the surge in coronavirus cases.

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.

Matt Ratana has told how a planned holiday to reunite with him will now be a visit to his grave. Matthew Ratana, from New Zealand, had been hoping to meet up with the Kiwi police officer, whose late mother Mary was Scottish, during a planned trip to the UK earlier this year.

Gerry Cinnamon looked unrecognisable as he showcased a new 'peroxide' hair do.The 'Belter' singer posted a picture on Instagram last night where he posed with a Llama and showed off his new bleach blonde locks.But many fans couldn't believe it was him and even said he looked like American rapper EminemOne said: "Can the real slim shady please stand up."While another added: "Hair looks boss!!"Another fan wrote: "Yesss Gerry ya little blondie."One penned: "Will the real Gerry Cinnamon please stand

Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. International student Reese Chamberlain, 18, was told that he would receive three meals per day while isolating.

breast cancer just weeks after giving birth. Rebecca Broughton, who is just 26, has challenged herself to see 30 and watch her two baby sons' first days at school.