Haveasayonlife afterthelockdown

Residents in Perth and Kinross are being encouraged to have their views on what life might look like when the coronavirus lockdown is lifted.

The Scottish Government published ‘COVID-19: A Framework for Decision Making’ earlier this week.

Roseanna Cunningham MSP has also encouraged locals to read the Scottish Government’s ‘Test, Trace, Isolate, Support’ paper, which will be a “key aspect” of the next phase of the battle against coronavirus.

The testing and tracing strategy will work alongside other virus suppression measures, including physical distancing, handwashing and the use of face coverings. Thousands of contact tracing staff are also to be taken on, and new digital tools including an app are being developed.

The member for Perthshire South and Kinross-shire said: “There are no easy answers – but it is right for the Scottish Government to keep people up-to-date and be clear about the factors that inform decision making. That is why it is so important that everyone continues reading the official guidance and information published.

“For now, the advice for people remains the same - staying at home and only making essential journeys is saving lives.

“Keeping physical distance in the limited circumstances when you have to be around people and continuing to regularly wash your hands - these are still the best ways to reduce your risk of infection.

“Everyone has a part to play in combatting this virus, and while I understand that these measures are difficult for all of us, they are saving lives and protecting our NHS.”

Details of both papers and how to submit views can be found on the Scottish Government website.