Nicola Sturgeon to make covid statement as case numbers continue to rise across Scotland - Daily Record

Nicola Sturgeon is set to update the Scottish Parliament on the latest situation regarding the covid pandemic across the country.

The First Minister will address MSPs at Holyrood as cases of the deadly virus surge following the relaxation of the lockdown restrictions.

It will be Sturgeon 's first statement to the parliament since Scotland left the levels system on August 9, however she has held a number of media briefings in that time.

Due to the rise in cases there has been speculation that some restrictions could be reimposed in a bid to curb the surge.

However, it's not believed there will be any drastic changes due to the success of the vaccine rollout.

Here's all you need to know about the statement:

What time is the statement?

Nicola Sturgeon is expected to get to her feet in the Scottish Parliament just 2pm following portfolio questions in the Chamber.

She will deliver a statement to MSPs then take questions on the covid pandemic in Scotland.

Opposition and SNP/Green politicians will get to quiz the First Minister.

Where can I watch the statement?

The statement will be broadcast on the Scottish Parliament TV channel, it can be viewed here.

It can also be viewed on the Scottish Parliament official Facebook page.

The Daily Record will also show the update from Sturgeon on our main Facebook page.

If you're out and about or sitting at your desk then it can be followed on our live covid blog.

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2021-09-01 03:30:00Z
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