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Scots in North and South Lanarkshire woke up on Saturday to a new wave of local lockdown restrictions.
Those who live in the area should not invite anyone into their homes or visit other people for an indoor gathering.
Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon described the move as “regrettable” but “necessary to slow the spread of the virus” after the Scottish government announced new restrictions last night.
Members of up to two households can continue to meet outdoors, including in gardens, if social distancing guidelines are followed.
Internal visits to hospitals and nursing homes will be limited to essential visits only to protect the most vulnerable.
Those households that have formed an extended household and people who provide care and support, for example caring for an elderly family member or delivering groceries, can continue to gather indoors with improved hygiene measures.
It comes after Glasgow, West Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire were subjected to the same restrictions on September 1 and for a period of two weeks until September 15, subject to review.
The restrictions were also extended to East Dunbartonshire and Renfrewshire on September 7.
North and south Lanarkshire soon followed, falling under restrictions on 12 September.
As of September 4, Test & Protect has identified 205 positive cases of coronavirus in Lanarkshire.
It occurs as cases of coronavirus continue to rise in Scotland.
More than a million Scots in the west of the country now live under a form of temporary lockdown.
Nicola Sturgeon said: “It is clearly unfortunate that these restrictions should be extended to people living in Lanarkshire.
“I understand that this will not be good news for the people living in these areas, especially before the weekend, but we must act now to protect people and have more control over the virus in the area.”
“Local public health teams have watched where cases are identified, and by restricting gatherings indoors, we are helping protect those most at risk from COVID-19, as they are more likely to encounter other people. at home rather than in a public place.
“I would ask everyone in the affected areas to be more vigilant, to follow all instructions and to isolate themselves and reserve a test if they have any symptoms.
“Above all, I want to emphasize that getting tested, and even having a negative result, is not a substitute for self-isolation.
“If you have symptoms, or if our Test and Protection team contacts you and instructs you to do so, you will need to isolate yourself.”
The recent increase in cases means that Scotland cannot get out of phase 3 of the pandemic roadmap.
Other coronavirus measures will go into effect on Monday, although the Prime Minister has urged people to follow strict meeting limits immediately.
Individuals may only meet in groups of six or less than two households.
Diners in pubs and restaurants will now have to cover their faces when moving around and not eating or drinking.
Here are eight things the Scots can no longer do under the new lockdown restrictions:
one. Get together with friends in a large group
With positive cases on the rise, the new rules starting Monday will ban social gatherings of more than six people.
Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced that it will be limited to groups of six of two households, both indoors and outdoors.
This includes in a hospitality setting, such as a pub or restaurant.
2. Shared car
The Scottish government said that people should only travel by car with members of their own household.
When you have no alternative but to travel with someone other than your home, you should:
- Share transportation with the same people every time.
- Stay in small groups
- Keep car windows open if possible
- Ask everyone to cover their face
- Wash your hands before and after the trip.
- Clean car door handles and other areas that people touch.
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3. Have a great wedding
The number of guests at weddings and funerals was limited when the country came out of the blockade, and that is not going to change.
Those authorized to attend funerals, weddings and civil associations are kept at 20 people.
The maximum number of people at wakes or receptions held in pubs or hotels is also kept at 20, with social distancing measures in force.
4. Go to a concert
The new restrictions have been postponed until at least October 5.
This means that live music venues, theaters, indoor soft-play facilities and indoor contact sports will not open next Monday.
Live entertainment bosses have watched as pubs and restaurants have been allowed to reopen while their venues remain closed.
Some venue operators had pinned their hopes on open-air shows for this weekend, but the Prime Minister said this was no longer possible.
The resumption of live music, theater or comedy will be reviewed before October 5.
5. Throw a Freshers Party
Thousands of students are expected to arrive on Scottish campuses next week when the university year begins.
SNP’s education chief John Swinney said he understood how “exciting” it is to start higher education, but added that this year would have to be “different.”
He admitted he was concerned about an increased risk of transmission of the coronavirus as students made their way to college campuses.
Rookie week, the point at which new students begin their college life, is known for its booze sessions and parties.
It is often a rite of passage when young people descend on bars and clubs to socialize.
With gatherings of no more than six people, floor parties and pub crawls will be banned under new restrictions.
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6. Sit in a stadium
Scottish football fans were disappointed as they were told they could not return to stadiums across the country.
The new rules are a huge blow to sports fans who were hoping to get back in action this weekend.
However, two Premiership test events in Aberdeen and Ross County will take place this weekend as planned.
The new restrictions on sporting events will be reviewed on October 5.
7. Throw a birthday party
Celebrations such as birthday parties will be prohibited, unless they include only six people from two households.
This hosts parties for certain important life events, such as christenings, christenings, and bar mitzvahs.
Receptions of up to 20 people are only allowed for weddings and civil associations.
8. Go out to a great night
The rules for meeting friends in hospitality settings have been tightened amid a surge in cases.
This means that people will not be allowed to meet a large group of friends in the pub, as only six people from two different households can meet.
The new rules in pubs and restaurants mean that it is mandatory to cover your face when walking around the place.
This means that unless you are sitting and eating or drinking, you should wear a mask.
Since the Covid-19 pandemic first struck Scotland, 2,499 people have died who tested positive for the deadly virus.
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