Scotland

02 Apr 2020

Covid 19 - What you need to know - The Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill

On Wednesday (1st April), the Scottish Parliament unanimously supported the Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill moving closer to becoming law. The Parliament agreed that the Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill should be treated as an Emergency Bill allowing the ...

30 Mar 2020

Covid 19 - What you need to know - Gambling Commission Applications

The Gambling Commission have published an update on their website about how they are working during the current lockdown. Although the Commission officers are now working from home, in line with government guidance, work is still being undertaken...

26 Mar 2020

Covid 19 - What you need to know - Government launch WhatsApp Service

The Government launched on Wednesday a new Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp. The new free service aims to provide official, trustworthy and timely information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19), and will further reduce the burden ...

25 Mar 2020

Covid 19 - What you need to know - Scottish Government issue advice

On Wednesday 25th March, the Scottish Government issued guidance for leisure and retail businesses who are subject to closure.  This follows closely advice already published by the UK Government.   First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, s...

23 Mar 2020

Covid 19 - What you need to know - Scottish Closures

As previously reported the Westminster Government introduced emergency measures on Saturday afternoon which compelled a number of classes of premises to close immediately, including pubs. These regulations only apply in England as the legislation...

21 Mar 2020

Covid 19 - What you need to know - Latest Government Announcements.

On Friday evening a seismic, but not unexpected, announcement was made by the Prime Minister in his daily evening press conference. Prime Minister Johnson announced that cafes, pubs and restaurants should close with effect from Friday e...