Health Secretary defends 8 week gap between vaccine doses
Humza Yousaf insists the Scottish Government is following expert advice despite Northern Ireland moving to 6 weeks between Pfizer jags
Covid vaccination Author: Collette McGoniglePublished 12 hours ago
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Humza Yousaf insists the Scottish Government is following expert advice despite Northern Ireland moving to 6 weeks between Pfizer jags
The Health Secretary says the Scottish Government would consider shortening the gap between vaccine doses, but only if recommended by experts.
There have been calls for the 8-week period between first and second jags to be reduced to speed up the vaccination programme.
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Kyloe Woods fire: Drone footage shows damage after wildlfire rips through Northumberland woodland
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Open Farm Sunday: Eight ambassadors to support farmers
16 April 2021 |
The network of ambassadors will share knowledge and experience for farmers looking to take part
Organisers behind the annual Open Farm Sunday initiative have appointed eight ambassadors to support farmers looking to open their farm gates this year.
The 2021 socially-distanced events, taking place on 27 June, will see hundreds of farmers open their farm gates to the public.
Eight ambassadors, ranging from farmers to consultants, have been appointed to share ideas on ways to engage with visitors, such as Covid-friendly farm walks and talks.
The ambassadors will be hosting three online farmer meetings open to those interested in taking part.