Nicola Sturgeon is set to give an update on the state of the coronavirus pandemic in Scotland later today. The First Minister will address MSPs in the Scottish Parliament about what restrictions can be lifted in the coming weeks as the country moves to living with the virus.
Restrictions on mass outdoor events were lifted on Monday, January 17, meaning spectators could attend the Premiership clash between Celtic vs Hibernian at Parkhead.
During her statement to Holyrood Sturgeon is expected to announce the lifting of restrictions on indoor events and the removal of physical distancing in pub and restaurants.
The statement comes as the Scottish Tories call for all covid rules (except face masks) to be lifted by January 31.Douglas Ross, Tory leader, said: "The Scottish Government’s own data shows that we are past the peak of Omicron.