Government discussions are now being held on whether additional coronavirus restrictions will be imposed in Lanarkshire. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the number of new cases in the region was “causing some particular concern”. Public health experts will be holding discussions about the situation over the course of the day. Ms Sturgeon said it was “possible” […]
Important information from NHS Lanarkshire for constituents in Lanarkshire. Please keep to the Public Health guidance and keep Lanarkshire out of lockdown Public health warning as Lanarkshire Covid Cases Rise Local residents are being urged to keep Lanarkshire out of lockdown as a rise in local cases brings the area close to Covid-19 restrictions being imposed. Restrictions […]
Blantyre residents awoke this morning to the news that a Calderside Academy pupil has tested positive for Covid19. As NHS Lanarkshire contact tracing team got underway, the news circulated by letter to parents and carers. Dr Femi Oshin, of NHS Lanarkshire said: “Following the findings of a review today, there is no evidence currently to […]
Just announced at 6.10pm….Restrictions on visiting other households are being reintroduced again in the Glasgow area after an increase in cases of coronavirus in Central Belt. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced the move after 66 new positive tests were recorded in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde area. The first minister is particularly concerned that the […]
It is now confirmed there has been confirmed cases of Covid-19 in three Schools and Nurseries in Hamilton today, Monday, 31st August 2020. NHS Lanarkshire has confirmed that the three positive tests were returned at: First Steps Nursery School in Hamilton (a staff member), Holycross High School in Hamilton (a pupil), Udston Primary School in […]
More than 75 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed among pupils and teachers in Scottish schools less than two weeks after they were reopened. As schools went back, testing ramped up. Nearly 17,500 children were tested for coronavirus across Scotland over the past week alone – but only 49 were positive, a return of just 0.3%. Dr Josephine […]
The Scottish Government has confirmed today, Tuesday 25 August that face coverings will now be mandatory on school transport for all children over the age of five. Speaking at today’s daily briefing, the First Minister confirmed that coverings must now be worn for all adults and children while on dedicated school transport – similar to […]
The Scottish Government have permitted the re-opening of snooker halls and Indoor Bowling. Those venues can re-open from yesterday, Monday 24 August 2020 and with social distancing in place, all subject to guidance and enhanced cleaning.