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image captionIt s been outdoor socialising at pubs so far, but indoor drinking will soon be allowed
The next big step in lockdown easing will take place from Monday, 17 May. Most councils move from level three to level two where indoor socialising without the two metre rule is allowed. Find out which council is in which level.
No local authority has yet been assigned this level. In this tier, hospitality would operate almost normally - subject to rules on physical distancing, limits on numbers and other rules, such as table service.
A handful of Scottish communities move to this level which allows six people from three households to meet inside and stay overnight. There is no need to physically distance from family and friends in a private home. Travel around Scotland is permitted but you cannot enter somewhere with level three restrictions. You can also travel to other parts of the UK as long as you follow their rules. Shops and leisure attractions are open
Being a Shetlander and a Scot: Some Reflections on the Election
The SNP came closer than anyone expected to victory in Shetland. 806 votes separated Beatrice Wishart, of Shetland’s traditionally preferred Liberal Democrats, and Tom Wills. As surprising as the result is in terms of the numbers, the biggest shock is more fundamental: Shetlanders were willing to vote for the party of Scottish identity. This remarkable among a community who famously reject that nationality: ‘I’m Shetland, not Scottish’ is a familiar theme for someone raised in the isles. This begs a few questions I’ve been reflecting on. Why does Shetland resist Scottishness, what is changing, and what can be done to include Shetland in Scotland’s progressive nationalism?
Today s Public Health Scotland Covid infection rate latest as Moray remains worst affected
An update on how the virus is continuing to impact on the nation has been provided this afternoon.
14:30, 8 MAY 2021
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Moray has the highest seven-day Covid infection rate in Scotland (Image: Copyright Unknown)
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Coronavirus cases in your area as new infections in Moray soar
The local health board in Moray is now urging people between the ages of 18 and 39 to come forward for the Covid jab in response to the uncontrolled outbreak.
14:56, 7 MAY 2021
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House prices in the remote Scottish region have grown 50% in two years
The Outer Hebrides comprises 200 islands off Scotland s west coast
It has been named the best place in Britain for work-life balance
However, amenities are limited: a trip to the cinema can mean an overnight stay, and getting to Edinburgh will involve a two-hour ferry and eight-hour drive