BREAKING: Lockdown extended until end of February
Lockdown restrictions are to be extended until at least the end of February Nicola Sturgeon has announced.
In an update to MSPs the First Minister described the situation as ‘fragile’ but said she was ‘cautiously optimistic’ that there could be an easing of restrictions in March.
Ms Sturgeon also confirmed that there would be a phased return to schools from February 22.
The First Minister said that, subject to confirmation on February 16, all children under school age in early learning and childcare will return.
Pupils in Primary 1 to Primary 3 will also be allowed back into school, as will those in the senior phase of secondary school for practical qualifications.