BREAKING: Nicola Sturgeon says 'no abrupt end' to lockdown rules

Jul 8, 2021

Ginny Sanderson

Engagement reporter

Good afternoon,

This is a coronavirus update from The Scotsman.

Nicola Sturgeon has given an update today as Covid cases surge and Scottish hospitals declare a 'code black'.

The First Minister said there will be 'no abrupt end' to social distancing and mask wearing in Scotland - unlike south of the border.

It comes as the nation holds its breath for the expected announcement in the coming days on whether lockdown easing will be delayed and whether we will even face harsher restrictions.

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