Keep sticking to rules, says Sturgeon
Scotland’s recovery from coronavirus depends on people sticking to government guidelines, according to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.
In a press conference yesterday, Ms Sturgeon said: “Our national response to Covid depends on people being prepared to look out for each other and show solidarity with each other
– and volunteers are an essential and highly-valued part of that collective national effort.
“Of course, each and every one of us has a part to play in that effort. It remains the case that the best way in which all of us can show solidarity with each other is by sticking to the rules and the public health guidance.”
Scotland’s death toll stands at 2375.
The First Minister said that people should still be staying at home most of the time and they should still be meeting fewer people than usual.
She added: “I’d ask all of you to consider whether or not your life feels as if it is going back to normal - I’m sure that’s not the case. But if it is, perhaps you should think about whether you are following all of the public health guidance.
“Because unfortunately - and regrettably - our lives shouldn’t feel completely normal right now. When you do meet people from another household when you are away from home, you should stay outdoors at all times. You should stay two metres apart from people from other households.”
●Get involved in team sports.
●Travel to the islands or beauty spots and don’t use public transport unless it is essential.
●Return to school if you are a pupil — you will not be allowed to go back until August 11.
●Expect to resume working, other than from at home, if you are in other non-essential businesses.
●Visit department stores and other non-food retail as they are not allowed to open yet.
●Expect normal service at childminders.