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    7 hours ago

    The safest way to spend the festive period is to . But to prevent isolation and loneliness, we’re making some small changes to the rules between 23-27 December. Read this thread to find out more ⬇

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  2. 3 hours ago

    There's a community of carers on every doorstep and every street in Scotland 💙 If you — or someone you know — is a carer, there's emotional and practical support available. Find out more at or call 0800 011 3200.

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  3. 5 hours ago

    Wherever you have travelled from – an exempt destination or not – you must complete a Passenger Locator Form before you arrive. If you fail to complete the form, or to self-isolate, you are risking public health and could be fined. Read more at .

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  4. 5 hours ago

    From 4am, Saturday 28 November, the UK travel ban on visitors from Denmark will be lifted. Anyone visiting or returning home to Scotland who has been in Denmark in the previous 14 days must still isolate for 14 days.

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  5. 5 hours ago

    From 4am, Saturday 28 November, travellers no longer need to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival into Scotland from: Solomon Islands Sri Lanka Timor-Leste Tonga Uruguay Vanuatu Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Full list of exempt destinations at .

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  6. 5 hours ago

    From 4am, Saturday 28 November, travellers no longer need to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival into Scotland from: Aruba Bhutan Israel Jerusalem Kiribati Micronesia Mongolia Namibia Northern Mariana Islands Rwanda Samoa List continued ⬇ Full list at .

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  7. 5 hours ago

    From 4am Saturday 28 November, travellers coming into Scotland from: 🔹 Estonia 🔹 Latvia must quarantine for 14 days on arrival. Learn more at .

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  8. 5 hours ago

    Think carefully about whether you really need to travel overseas right now. The situation in many countries can change suddenly, so you should only book international travel if it’s absolutely essential. Thread: Update on quarantine exemption list ⬇

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  9. 7 hours ago

    Remember to consider the risks of coming together over the festive period, especially if there are vulnerable people in your household. If you choose to spend Christmas with family and friends, this guidance will help you stay as safe as possible. ➡

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  10. 7 hours ago

    You can travel between local authority areas and other parts of the UK to join your bubble between 23-27 December. 🚘 Plan ahead and travel safely, especially if you're using public transport. Once you arrive, you must follow the rules that apply in that local authority area.

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  11. 7 hours ago

    If you decide to form a festive bubble, you cannot: 🔹 Go to hospitality or leisure venues together 🔹 Stay in self-catering accommodation 🔹 Go shopping as a group

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  12. 7 hours ago

    A bubble is up to three households. One of the households can be an extended household with a single adult. A maximum of 8 people can be in a bubble. Children under 12: 🔹 Don't count towards this number 🔹 Don't need to stay 2 metres apart from others

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  13. 9 hours ago

    1,157,632 people in Scotland have been tested for The total confirmed as positive has risen by 1,225 to 92,186 Sadly 51 more patients who tested positive have died (5,380 in total) Latest update ➡️ Health advice ➡️

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  14. 13 hours ago

    Do you know the difference between lung cancer and symptoms? if you’ve had unexplained and persistent symptoms for more than 3 weeks, especially if you’re aged 40+. Find out more about lung cancer ➡️

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  15. Nov 25

    Health Secretary Jeane Freeman has announced plans to expand testing in Scotland’s health and social care sector, as well as across the wider community. Read more here ➡️

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  16. Nov 25

    From Monday 30 November, students travelling home for the holidays will be offered tests through their college or university. Find out more about the measures we're taking to help support students to return home safely at the end of term ➡️

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  17. Nov 25

    1,149,140 people in Scotland have been tested for The total confirmed as positive has risen by 880 to 90,961 Sadly 44 more patients who tested positive have died (3,588 in total) Latest update ➡ Health advice ➡

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  18. Nov 25

    📺 Watch live: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon holds a press conference on (). Joining the First Minister today is National Clinical Director, Professor Jason Leitch.

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  19. Nov 25

    The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill has been passed unanimously by . This means that Scotland will be the first country in the world to ensure there is access to free period products for anyone who needs them.

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  20. Nov 24

    The festive period will be different for us all this year. Watch our video on the changes we’re making to address isolation and loneliness ⬇️ Remember, just because you will be able to meet people indoors doesn’t mean you have to. Find out more ➡️

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