The end of more restrictions comes almost two years after the first confirmed case of Covid in Scotland.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said Scotland will move away from legal restrictions, relying instead on vaccines, treatments and "good public health behaviours".
Restrictions on assemblies have been removed but schools should consider physical distancing, ventilation and use of face coveringsEducation Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said the new guidance on masks was a "positive milestone" but continued vigilance was essential. "The last thing I want it to have measures in place for a minute longer than is necessary, but as we have done throughout this pandemic, we will continue to be guided by scientific and expert advice."The vaccine passport scheme has been in operation since 1 October 2021, despite the concerns of opposition parties and night-time industries.
From Monday these businesses are no longer legally required to ask for this information, but some may choose to do so voluntarily.says they must have a good reason to check people's Covid status - "just in case" is not enough.
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