COVID 19

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We all have an important role to play in the fight against COVID

Recent developments in Aberdeen are a reminder of just how fragile our progress is and of the important role we all have to play in our efforts to protect our communities from a COVID19 resurgence. People who have been shielding are now allowed to leave their homes after almost five months, children can now look …

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It’s heart-warming to see those kept apart from loved ones getting together

As Covid-19 restrictions gradually lift, it’s heart-warming to see those kept apart from loved ones getting together, especially children, who are now able to play and socialise freely. I even got to hold my new grandson – a moment made more special after the long wait, and I’m grateful for the many, many good wishes …

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Tourism businesses can start getting back to business

I know I am not alone in welcoming my colleague Fergus Ewing’s announcement that tourism businesses can start getting back to business from mid-July. To protect health services and save lives, we’ve been telling people to stay away from the Highlands and finally, we are starting to see our sacrifices pay off as lockdown eases. …

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