Good evening folks,

With Scotland set to enter Phase 1 of lockdown easing tomorrow, we take a look at what it means for you - and what you can and can't do. 

Things are in no way back to normal: we're not out of the woods just yet. We must all continue to take measures to contain the spread of the virus.

This is merely the beginning.

What can I do now that I couldn't before? 

• Meet up with one other household outdoors - but keep gatherings to eight people or fewer and stay 2 metres apart
• Sunbathe and relax in parks - while adhering to social distancing measures
• Golf, tennis, bowling and other non-contact sports will be allowed
• Visit garden centres and some drive-through food outlets
• Travel by walking or cycling for recreation - but government advice is to limit journeys to a 5-mile radius

What else should I be aware of?

• Limit meeting friends / family to ONE household per day
• Keep washing your hands and avoid touching surfaces like gates, walls, fences and park benches
• Don't go into anyone else's house
• You should still stay at home as much as possible

Take care, stay safe, and remember to be responsible and use common sense. 

Your Scotsman team

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